Most children do quite well during their dental treatment; however children that are apprehensive, mentally handicapped and/or those who require extensive dental rehabilitation often require sedation/anesthesia to have their best dentistry completed. Sedation/Anesthesia is a state of sleep, which not only allows your child to be anxiety and pain free during his/her dental treatment, but also allows the care giver to deliver his or her best dentistry for your child.
Consulting with your child’s pediatrician and your child’s pediatric dentist will determine if your child is a candidate for in-office sedation/anesthesia.