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If your child feels nervous or has dental anxiety, sedation dentistry at Kids Tooth Team can help them receive the care they need with ease. Our gentle and compassionate approach is available for patients in Buda. Contact us today to learn more about our sedation options and schedule an appointment for your child.
Laughing gas is a common sedation method for kids. Your child will wear a nose mask and breathe in a mixture of laughing gas and oxygen, helping them feel “floaty” and disconnected from their surroundings. This minimizes anxiety, fear, discomfort, and a strong gag reflex.
Laughing gas rarely causes side effects, but if they occur, they are minor (such as a slight headache, dizziness, or upset stomach). At the end of the appointment, your child will receive 100% oxygen to “flush” the laughing gas out of their system, allowing them to resume normal activities almost immediately.
Oral sedation is a safe and effective technique using a liquid sedative that your child will take 15-30 minutes before their appointment at the office. Our team tailors the sedation medicine to your child’s needs. After it takes effect, your child will feel groggy and sleepy and may fall asleep during treatment. It’s normal for them not to remember much of the appointment, though they can still be woken up and respond to commands.
Your child cannot eat or drink anything after midnight the night before this type of sedation. They must not attend school or any activities before or after the appointment. A parent or legal guardian must accompany the child to the appointment and stay home with them afterward to monitor them. Oral sedation takes a few hours to wear off and may cause side effects like confusion, nausea, drowsiness, and headache.
Intranasal sedation involves spraying sedative medication into your child’s nose using a specialized sprayer. This is ideal if your child cannot take oral sedation or for certain quick procedures.The sedative takes effect within 5-15 minutes and produces a deeper level of sedation. Your child may feel groggy or fall asleep.
They cannot eat or drink anything after midnight the night before this type of sedation and should not attend school or activities before or after the appointment. A parent or legal guardian must accompany the child to the appointment and monitor them for the rest of the day.
Why choose sedation for your child? At Kids Tooth Team, your child’s safety and comfort are our top priorities. We offer various levels of sedation tailored to your child’s exact needs and also provide treatment options without sedation. Before moving forward, we will review all treatment options together to ensure the best care.
If your child is nervous or scared of the dentist, sedation will help soothe them and ensure they feel safe throughout their treatment at Kids Tooth Team.
Sedation allows your child to stay still, relaxed, and calm throughout even the longest dental appointments.
Sedation can help your child overcome fear of needles and other issues, such as a strong gag reflex, ensuring a smooth and stress-free dental experience.
General anesthesia is a common treatment option for pediatric dental patients who are very young or require extensive or complex dental work. This method involves a residency-trained dental or medical doctor, known as an anesthesiologist, to deliver the sedation.
General anesthesia allows your child to be completely asleep and comfortable throughout the appointment. Your child will not feel or remember anything about the procedure, as they will be in a state similar to sleep during other surgeries. With an anesthesiologist providing sedation and one of our doctors performing the dental work, having two professionals present ensures all your child's dental needs are addressed at once while keeping them safe and comfortable.
Our Buda pediatric dentist offers general anesthesia in our office for healthy children and at the hospital for medically complex children or parents who prefer a hospital setting. This option is often used for young children, those with special healthcare needs, or those requiring extensive or complex dental treatment. If your child has many teeth that need treatment or extractions, or if they cannot tolerate dental treatment while awake, general anesthesia may be the ideal solution.
Dental sedation involves administering sedatives to help children relax during dental procedures. The effects vary depending on the type of sedation and the child's response.
Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas): The most common sedation in pediatric dentistry. It calms the child and reduces anxiety without causing loss of consciousness. The effects are temporary and wear off shortly after the gas is stopped.
Oral Sedation: This involves taking a sedative orally before the procedure. Effects include drowsiness, relaxed muscles, and decreased awareness. These can last a few hours post-procedure.
Deeper Sedation or General Anesthesia: This can cause the child to become completely unconscious. Post-procedure, the child may feel groggy or disoriented as the anesthesia wears off.
Dental sedation is safe when administered by a trained professional. Pediatric dentists, like Dr. Alex at Kids Tooth Team, are specially trained to administer sedation and monitor children’s vital signs during the procedure.
However, there are some risks, such as nausea, vomiting, or rare allergic reactions. Children with certain medical conditions may be at higher risk for complications. Dr. Alex will review your child’s medical history and discuss the risks and benefits to ensure the best care.
The duration varies by sedation type and the child’s response.
Nitrous Oxide: Effects wear off quickly after the gas is stopped, usually within a few minutes to half an hour.
Oral Sedation: Effects can last for a few hours, causing drowsiness and the need to rest for the remainder of the day.
Deeper Sedation or General Anesthesia: Effects can last several hours, requiring close monitoring to ensure safety.
Each child’s response to sedation can differ, and Dr. Alex and her team will provide specific post-sedation care instructions.
Sedation dentistry can be crucial for ensuring safe, efficient, and effective dental treatment, especially for children with high anxiety, a low pain threshold, difficulty sitting still, or requiring extensive work. Dr. Alex and her team will assess your child's specific needs to determine if sedation is necessary, aiming to provide the best dental care in the most comfortable environment.
Preparing your child for sedation involves a few important steps to ensure a smooth process. Dr. Alex will provide detailed instructions tailored to your child's situation.
Generally, you should talk to your child about what to expect, reassuring them about the process.
Depending on the type of sedation, your child may need to fast before the appointment. Comfortable clothing and a favorite comfort item can help soothe your child.
Always follow the specific instructions provided by Dr. Alex and her team to prepare your child for a successful sedation experience.
Preparing your child for sedation involves a few important steps to ensure a smooth process. Dr. Alex will provide detailed instructions tailored to your child's situation. Generally, you should talk to your child about what to expect, reassuring them about the process. Depending on the type of sedation, your child may need to fast before the appointment. Comfortable clothing and a favorite comfort item can help soothe your child. Always follow the specific instructions provided by Dr. Alex and her team to prepare your child for a successful sedation experience.
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