IV Sedation: Dental Innovation

Have you ever had IV sedation for any medical reason? Many people might consider dental work something that isn’t worthy of such a level of sedation. But look at another way: Just because knowledge and technology doesn’t exist for a time, doesn’t mean we have to keep doing things the same way when new discoveries are made. You’ll spend money on the latest and greatest laptop, and would never dream of just sticking with the gigantic desktop you had 15 years ago. There was a time when digging your fingernails into the arms of your chair might have been the only anesthetic you got for dental procedures. Now, we have a variety sedation options, and there’s no reason not to use these safe and effective methods to avoid pain and discomfort when you visit Park Ridge dentists, Dr. Maria and Dr. Thanasi Loukas.

Putting it Off Makes it Worse

People who are uncomfortable about going to the dentist will often put off years of cleanings and necessary dental procedures. Unfortunately, once your teeth are past a certain point, and you continue to neglect them, things will only get worse. With IV sedation, you can finally get all of your dental work done at the same time. The struggle you may have stepping foot in a dental office will soon become an empowering feeling. You did it.  You faced your fears, and it wasn’t so bad after all. In fact, most people find their experiences with sedation dentistry are decidedly pleasant.

Safety Concerns with IV Sedation

If you are considering IV sedation, you should always seek a dentist that is certified and licensed.  Dentists who specialize in IV sedation will have gone through formal training in ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support). Offices that offer IV sedation are equipped with outpatient hospital monitoring devices. Through their extensive training, sedation dentists are proficient in monitoring your heart rate and blood pressure throughout the procedure. What about all of the horror stories you’ve heard of sedation gone bad? Those are much rarer than you think, but rest assured, a licensed sedation dentist will be well-versed in emergency procedures, just in case.

Dental Care from your Park Ridge Dentists

You can schedule an appointment by calling Loukas General Dentistry at (847) 696-1919. Located in the 60068 area, we proudly serve patients from Park Ridge and the surrounding Chicago communities.