The progression of children’s dental fear may not be solely dependent on the type of sedation they receive during restorative treatment, according to a study published on April 5 in the International ...

Sedation levels range from mild anxiolysis (nitrous oxide) to general anesthesia based on patient acuity. Nitrous oxide is the most common agent due to its rapid onset and recovery profile.

Healthcare providers use conscious sedation (also called procedural or moderate sedation) to effectively manage medication dosing and allow the patient to maintain independent breathing and ...

Do you enjoy going to the dentist? Not many people do. In fact, more than 75% of adults experience some type of dental anxiety about the pain they might face at an appointment. The dentists at NOVA ...