Conscious sedation can be used to relax a patient without rendering them temporarily unconscious. General anesthetics are drugs that cause a temporary loss of consciousness. Most dental procedures can be performed while the patient is under local anesthetic. Sedation is an acceptable risk in some cases because it allows dentists to care for young children and physically challenged patients that would otherwise suffer needlessly. All parents should be encouraged to take an active role in oral health care.
Information is the key to safety.
Tell the dentist about your child's health history including illnesses, allergies, injuries, and medications. Watch this if baby's meals end with thrown food. Learn about a potentially lifesaving new vaccine. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for personal medical attention, diagnosis or hands-on treatment. If you are concerned about your health or that of a child's, please consult your family's health care provider immediately and do not wait for a response from our professionals.