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Oral sedation
1Clinical Pharmacology Unit, National Institute of Dental Research, Bethesda, Maryland, USA.
Compendium of Continuing Education in Dentistry (Jamesburg, N.J. : 1995)
|December 16, 1998
Summary
Dental anxiety is common, impacting oral healthcare access. Oral premedication offers a safe and effective sedation method, improving patient comfort and regular dental visits.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Anesthesiology
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Dental fear and anxiety are prevalent, hindering regular oral healthcare access.
- Current pain and anxiety management strategies are insufficient, particularly for patients with special needs.
- Increased availability of anesthesia and sedation could improve dental care seeking behavior.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate oral premedication as a safe and effective sedation technique for dental patients.
- To highlight the benefits of oral premedication in managing dental anxiety and improving patient compliance.
Main Methods:
- Review of safety considerations for anxiolytic drugs based on drug, dose, and route of administration.
- Assessment of oral premedication as a preferred sedative technique in dentistry.
Main Results:
- Oral premedication is an efficacious sedation method for dental anxiety.
- It requires minimal monitoring when appropriate doses are administered.
- The risk of serious morbidity associated with oral premedication is low.
Conclusions:
- Oral premedication is a recommended sedative technique for most dentists.
- It effectively reduces dental anxiety and pain, promoting regular oral healthcare.
- This approach enhances patient safety and treatment accessibility, especially for fearful individuals.