Sedation dentistry in Kyiv

Sedation dentistry is a new, modern approach to dental treatment and extractions—free from pain, fear, and anxiety. It’s an ideal option for patients with dental phobia, cardiovascular disease, and those simply wanting a more comfortable dental visit.

During sedation, the patient experiences no discomfort or fear, and the dentist is able to work with maximum precision and calm. After the procedure, the patient awakens under the dentist’s supervision. Today, sedation dentistry is becoming increasingly popular not only with children but also with adults.

Any dental procedure with sedation can be compared to a spa experience—you fall asleep with a problem and wake up refreshed and rejuvenated when the issue is resolved.

What is sedation?

Sedation is an anesthesia method that involves inducing a light sleep or hibernation in the patient using mild sedatives. The depth of sedation can be adjusted depending on the complexity and pain of the procedure.

An important difference from other anesthesiology methods:

Sedation is not general anesthesia.
Sedation is completely safe for the body and does not involve the administration of narcotics or disable all reflexes.

It is not a replacement for standard local anesthesia.
The condition involves only a slight reduction in pain sensitivity. If the procedures are not very painful, sedation alone may be sufficient. If painful procedures are planned, local anesthetics are administered along with sedatives. However, fewer local anesthetics are required, as the sedatives enhance their effects.

Sedation is the “gold standard” of global dentistry. This method is convenient not only for the patient, for whom dental treatment is no longer something scary and unpleasant, but also for the doctor, who can fully concentrate on his work, without being distracted by the patient’s emotions.

1. Examination and Preliminary Preparation

The undeniable advantage of sedation in dentistry is the lack of extensive and complex preparation. Pre-sedation tests and examinations may only be required in cases of serious health conditions.

Before your appointment at the clinic for sedation treatment, avoid alcohol, strong coffee, and tea. We recommend refraining from eating and limiting fluids 3-4 hours before treatment.

2. Induction of sleep

The anesthesiologist administers sedatives through a catheter or an inhalation mask (usually used in children). Local anesthesia is also administered if necessary (depending on the type of procedure). The patient gradually drifts into sleep.

3. Treatment, dental procedures

The dentist performs procedures as part of the planned treatment: extracting teeth or performing complex surgical procedures, treating cavities, placing fillings, etc. For the person in the chair, this is safe and completely painless.

4. Awakening

After the procedures are completed, the doctor wakes the patient, and they gently come to their senses. The doctor monitors their well-being and provides recommendations for recovery and dental care. For the next half hour, you can relax in the cozy atmosphere of the Interstom clinic, have some tea, and then go home.

When is general anesthesia necessary?

General anesthesia is a deep sleep in which a person is completely unaware of the situation. This option is used for complex surgical procedures, such as atypical multiple tooth extractions or implant placement.

There are situations where general anesthesia is the most appropriate option for a patient, such as:

1. Complex wisdom tooth extraction. Due to their location and root shape, complex procedures are often required, which can be difficult for the patient to tolerate.
2. Simultaneous extraction of multiple teeth. This typically affects patients preparing for dentures or requiring comprehensive oral hygiene.
3. Jaw surgery. General anesthesia is mandatory for procedures involving extensive surgical intervention.
4. Pediatric dentistry. Children often fear visiting the dentist, and general anesthesia helps manage this anxiety and facilitate effective surgery.
5. Fear of visiting the dentist (dental phobia). Some patients experience strong emotions and anxiety, which interferes with standard procedures.
6. Nervous system disorders, unstable psychoemotional state, and inability to remain still in the dental chair for long periods.
7. Intolerance to local anesthetics or poor local anesthesia effectiveness.

For minor treatments, sedation is often chosen. It is easier to tolerate and promotes faster recovery. General anesthesia is prescribed for major procedures that require complete patient relaxation and prolonged dental work. The final decision is made by the dentist and anesthesiologist after examination and diagnosis.