Oral Moderate Sedation

Some children may have greater anxiety or may have more extensive treatment needs that may benefit from stronger sedation options, other than laughing gas alone. Oral sedation involves the child drinking a sedative medication in our office, prior to starting the procedure. It aims to further decrease anxiety, increase drowsiness and relaxation or for its amnesia properties to limit memory of the procedure. The child is still awake and responsive throughout the procedure, but may allow for treatment to be completed in a safer and more effective way. Oral sedation may not be appropriate for all patients or their specific needs. Our team will go through all options with you and determine which may be most appropriate for your child.