Safe Sedation For Children

Children’s teeth are purposefully softer than their adult counterparts, allowing them to eventually fall out. Yet this is a double-edged sword, making baby teeth more susceptible to decay and infections. Certain procedures require that your child goes under anesthesia to treat. You as the parent must understand the different types of anesthesia and their risks. At Kidz Connextion Dental & Braces, we provide safe and friendly pediatric dental care. To learn more about our sedation practices, contact our offices in Phoenix, AZ.

Our practice puts your child’s health and safety above everything else. That is why we follow the latest guidelines for pediatric sedation. At all times during the procedure, two people will be in the room with your child. Both are required to know life support measures. One of these individuals is the dentist or oral surgeon. The other is a separate dental practitioner, an anesthesiologist, or a registered nurse anesthetist. This guarantees that your child is protected no matter what.

There are a few different types of sedation and anesthesia that we offer:
-General anesthesia: This puts your child completely asleep without experiencing any pain. Anesthesia professionals monitor your child while the dentist performs the dental procedure.
-Nitrous oxide: This is the least invasive and a mild form of sedation. It’s commonly called “laughing gas.” They breathe this in with oxygen to feel relaxed.
-Mild Sedation: Your Phoenix, AZ, dentist provides your child with medication. This keeps them both awake and calm. It’s helpful for older children because they can follow any instructions the dentist gives them.
-Moderate Sedation: These children are much sleepier but are still conscious. They breathe on their own and afterward wake up naturally. Most patients don’t remember the visit at all.
-Deep Sedation: This is when your child is given medication through an IV. They then sleep through the procedure. An anesthesiologist is in the room to guarantee their safety.

If your child requires a dental procedure that requires anesthesia, contact Kidz Connextion Dental & Braces today. The staff at our offices in Phoenix, AZ, can help you understand the best choice for you. To schedule an appointment at the office on N. 75th street, call 623-232-0749. For N. 24th St., dial 480-666-5984. Lastly, for the E. Baseline Road office, contact us at 480-405-4714. You can also visit our website at https://www.kidzconnextion.com/.