Is IV anesthesia the same as general anesthesia?

Benefits of IV Sedation No endotracheal tube is required unlike with general anesthesia. Is a simpler way to keep patients relaxed compared to general anesthesia. IV sedation does cause partial memory loss, and patients will not remember any of their procedure.

Which is stronger IV sedation or general anesthesia?

General anesthesia is a stronger type of sedation that generally involves a mix of intravenous medicine and inhaled gas. An anesthesiologist, or a dentist who is licensed to administer anesthesia, will deliver the medication which is designed to put you into a deep sleep.

Does IV sedation feel like general anesthesia?

IV sedation is often referred to as ‘sleep dentistry’ or ‘twilight sleep’. Once the sedation is administered you will feel a state of deep relaxation and won’t be bothered by what’s going on. You will remain conscious and able to understand and respond to requests from your dentist.

Are you awake during IV sedation?

With IV conscious sedation you are awake during your dental treatment but will feel no pain. During general anesthesia, you are completely asleep and cannot be aroused – not even by painful stimulation.

Is IV anesthesia safe?

When performed by a trained professional, IV sedation is extremely safe. At our practice, we have a board-certified anesthesiologist on staff who can administer sedation and monitor your health throughout your entire procedure.

How long does it take for IV anesthesia to wear off?

IV sedation works quickly, with most people falling asleep in roughly 15 to 30 minutes after it’s been administered. Once the IV sedation is removed, you will begin to wake up in about 20 minutes and be fully recovered from all sedative effects within six hours.

Are you loopy after IV sedation?

Because IV sedation is the strongest form of conscious sedation, patients should expect to have moderate to high levels of amnesia during the procedure. Patients may be slightly drowsy following IV sedation; however, the drowsiness should subside within several hours following the procedure.

Should I be scared of general anesthesia?

While it’s normal to fear the unknown, it is also important to understand the facts—and the fact is that mortality rates associated with general anesthesia are quite low, particularly for cosmetic surgery procedures. Overall, general anesthesia is very safe, and most patients undergo anesthesia with no serious issues.

Who should not use IV sedation?

If you are overweight with a high BMI (>35) or have high blood pressure with a diastolic pressure over 100, you may not be a good candidate for IV sedation. Other contraindications are having a known allergy to benzodiazepines, being pregnant or nursing, alcohol intoxication and some instances of glaucoma.