IV Sedation Dentistry: Don’t Settle for Less Than the Safest Option
Choosing the right IV sedation provider one can make the difference between a smooth experience and a dangerous situation.
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IV Sedation Dentistry: Don’t Settle for Less Than the Safest Option
For patients with dental anxiety or those undergoing longer procedures, IV sedation can be life-changing. But here’s the truth: not all providers have the same level of training or experience. Choosing the right one can make the difference between a smooth experience and a dangerous situation.
What’s the risk with general dentists?
Many general dentists can complete a short continuing-education course to offer moderate sedation. While they may be skilled in dentistry, their exposure to real-life sedation emergencies, advanced airway management, and intubation is often minimal. In a crisis, limited training may not be enough (ADA Guidelines, 2021).
Why hospital-based training matters
Specialists like oral surgeons, dental anesthesiologists, and anesthesiologists complete years of rigorous residency programs where they:
Administer hundreds to thousands of sedations under supervision.
Manage airway complications and intubations regularly.
Train in hospital operating rooms and emergency scenarios where safety protocols are second nature
This depth of experience simply can’t be replicated in a weekend course.
Questions to ask before saying yes:
What certifications and training do you hold in IV sedation?
How many sedations and intubations have you personally performed?
Do you and your staff maintain ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification?
Even if you don’t come to us at Honest Practices, we encourage you to do your homework. Choose a provider with hospital-based training and extensive hands-on experience. IV sedation is safest in the hands of an expert — and your peace of mind is worth nothing less.
Sources
American Dental Association. Guidelines for the Use of Sedation and General Anesthesia by Dentists (2021). ADA.org
Verywell Health. Monitored Anesthesia Care Explained. Link
