Dr. Jason Alvarez received his Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 2012 from LSU and was born and raised in Louisiana. He is one of the select few who has been chosen to be published in the Journal of the American Academy of Clear Aligners and is a certified provider of Invisalign and ClearCorrect. Dr. Alvarez is also a family man who loves helping other families achieve amazing oral health results.
For both children and adults with developmental delays, autism spectrum disorder, and other special needs, what most would consider a routine procedure can be extremely overwhelming. Sometimes, in this case, it is better for the patients safety to utilize sedation dentistry.
Some patients have an extreme fear of dentists and dental procedures. This is very common, but it shouldnt stop you from taking care of your oral health! Sedation dentistry allows for necessary healthcare without the patient suffering.
There are some other cases where the dentist may recommend that a patient consider sedation dentistry. Reasons could include the type or length of a needed procedure, or particular concerns relating to your medical history.
When using IV sedation, you will be completely unconscious during the procedure. The medication is placed directly into the bloodstream through an IV line inside the bend of your elbow. You will be groggy afterwards and will need someone to drive you home.