Oral Conscious Sedation for Kids in Casa Grande, AZ

Oral conscious sedation is a pharmacologic (medication-based) option that helps a child relax while remaining awake and able to respond to the dental team. It can make dental visits less stressful and help us complete necessary procedures safely and comfortably. It is one of several comfort options we offer, along with kind explanations, positive reinforcement, distraction and nitrous oxide.

• For children who are very anxious or frightened and cannot cooperate with needed treatment.
• For children with special health care needs whose behavior or motor control makes in-office treatment difficult.
• For longer or more complex procedures when local anesthesia alone is not enough.

Before recommending oral sedation, we evaluate your child's medical history, current medications and developmental level to decide whether it is appropriate and safe. When you book, please tell us about any medical conditions, medications and allergies, and give us your pediatrician's name.

We start with the gentlest approach that will work. Tell-show-do, positive reinforcement and distraction come first, and nitrous oxide is another option. We use sedation only when those approaches are not enough or when a lot of treatment is needed. You can also read about nitrous oxide and IV sedation.

Share any fears, past experiences or sensory needs when you call. We can slow down, explain more or adjust the visit. Your child's dentist will talk through the choices and what to expect with you first.