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[Midazolam sedation in the general dental practice]
J Bertens1, L Abraham-Inpijn, P J Meuwissen
1Vakgroep Algemene Ziekteieer en Inwendige Geneeskunde, Academisch Centrum Tandheelkunde Amsterdam (ACTA), Louwesweg 1, 1066 EA Amsterdam.
Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Tandheelkunde
|March 1, 1994
Summary
General dentists should avoid midazolam sedation due to potential complications. This anxiety reduction technique is best suited for hospital settings with physician consultation and strict safety protocols.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Pharmacology
Context:
- Challenging dental patients often require anxiety management.
- Inhalation sedation with oxygen and nitrous oxide is common but has limitations.
Purpose:
- To evaluate midazolam as an alternative sedation method for difficult dental patients.
- To outline safety considerations for midazolam administration in dental practice.
Summary:
- Midazolam, a fast-acting benzodiazepine, offers an alternative to traditional inhalation sedation.
- However, its administration carries risks, advising against its use by general dental practitioners.
- Hospital settings with medical support are recommended for midazolam sedation.
Impact:
- Highlights the risks associated with midazolam sedation for general dental practitioners.
- Emphasizes the need for specialized settings and protocols for patient safety.
- Guides clinical decision-making regarding sedation in dentistry.