We work hard to make your child feel as comfortable as possible during each appointment, but we understand that children can sometimes get scared at the dentist. If your kiddo needs extra help getting through their visit, we offer pediatric dental sedation to keep them relaxed during procedures.
This is an option if your kiddo has dental anxiety or if they need to undergo a lengthy or complex procedure, scan or test. Pediatric dental sedation can make patients feel at ease, while also ensuring more accurate test results. Explore our safe sedation options for children and visit us today at one of our convenient Northern California locations.
What to Expect from Our Pediatric Dental Sedation Services
Our experts consider each patient’s complete medical history and other important factors to ensure the appropriate pediatric sedation dosage. We utilize these common types of sedatives:
- Nitrous oxide: Also known as laughing gas, nitrous oxide is a safe and efficient sedative that is inhaled through a mask to keep each patient calm and relaxed during a procedure. Your child will remain awake throughout the procedure and can communicate with both you and their dentist.
- Intravenous (IV) sedation: Here, general anesthesia is administered to your child via a needle to help them relax and remain asleep during the procedure.
To prepare your child for pediatric dental sedation, avoid giving them solid food before the procedure and make sure they’re dressed in comfortable clothes. You may also want to bring their favorite toy to help them feel less anxious.
After the procedure, your child may feel groggy or disoriented. We will provide you with aftercare instructions based on pediatric sedation guidelines to promote healing and recovery.
It’s normal for children to be a little worried about going to the dentist, but at Kids Care Dental, we work hard to make our offices welcoming, comfortable, and relaxing for our patients. We have TVs in our treatment rooms and video games in our waiting rooms, as well as open bays that allow parents to sit with their children during their procedures so they feel less nervous.
Our team is dedicated to instilling healthy dental habits in our young patients, and we ensure each visit to our offices is a happy one. Book an appointment today!
