Sedation Options
There are safe and effective options for patients who require sedation to perform their dental treatment. Our office offers nitrous oxide (laughing gas), oral sedation and IV sedation where indicated.
Oral Sedation
Oral sedation is ideal for the mildly anxious patient who prefers a sedative tablet in lieu of IV sedation. The advantages of oral sedation are that it is non-invasive (no IV line is required) and works very well for most patients. The disadvantage is that the degree of sedation achieved orally on any given patient may vary slightly. This is not the case with IV sedation which is very predictable. View the Oral Sedation Informed Consent form here for more information about root canal treatment with oral sedation.
Oral Sedation Informed Consent
IV Sedation
Intravenous (IV) moderate sedation is a safe, predictable and commonly used technique that allows anxious patients and those with special needs to receive the dentistry they need in a peaceful environment. It is ideally suited for endodontic therapy with anxious patients who would otherwise have teeth removed. While not “put to sleep,” patients under IV sedation are relaxed and generally remember very little of the procedure. View the IV Sedation Informed Consent form here for more information about root canal treatment with IV sedation.
Consultation
Treatment with either oral or IV sedation must be preceded by a consultation with Dr. Mounce. If you would like to discuss having oral or IV sedation for your root canal, please contact our office at (605) 791-5900 to schedule a consultation.