Safety in pediatric sedation relies on strict guidelines and monitoring, so let's learn how providers utilize pharmacological ...

Sedation dentistry uses medication to manage dental anxiety, ranging from minimal (nitrous oxide) to moderate (oral/IV sedation). It’s distinct from general anesthesia; most forms are “conscious ...

When you are afraid your threshold for pain is much lower, you become hypersensitive to every sensation, prick and noise. Fear and anxiety trigger the release of certain chemicals like adrenalin, ...

New guidance on dental sedation from the Faculty of Dental Surgery, RCS Eng and the Royal College of Anaesthetists (http://www.rcseng.ac.uk/fds). Defines 'standard ...

Barbara Scott's dental phobia dates back to her early childhood days. She's never responded well to medications used to numb the mouth before a dental procedure, so she'd endure drilling and filling ...

Conscious sedation helps reduce anxiety, discomfort, and pain during certain medical procedures. Doctors use medications and sometimes local anesthesia to induce relaxation. Conscious sedation is now ...