Our sedation is provided by board-certified pediatric anesthesiologists — medical doctors with over 12,000 hours of clinical training, including specialized residency and fellowship experience in caring for infants and children. Our providers exceed the American Dental Association (ADA) standards and all state licensing requirements.

Advances in medicine, monitoring technology, and training have made today’s anesthesia safer than ever (even safer than riding in a car) — especially when provided by highly trained pediatric anesthesiologists. Our nurses will collect your child’s full medical history in advance, and our doctors will carefully review it to create the safest possible care plan.

If your child has special health needs or would benefit from a hospital setting, we’ll recommend that option to ensure every precaution is taken.

Every year in the United States, more than one million children under the age of four safely receive anesthesia for necessary procedures. Anesthesia is never given to young children unless it is medically essential.

Yes, in many cases. Your child’s safety is always our top priority. Our doctors will review their medical history in detail and let you know if they are not a suitable candidate for IV sedation in the office. If needed, we will refer you to a hospital or surgery center where additional resources are available.

Your anesthesiologist adjusts medication doses based on your child’s age, weight, medical history, response to initial dose of medication, and the planned procedure. We give the minimum amount needed to keep them safely and comfortably asleep.

Oral Conscious Sedation is when your child takes medication by mouth (liquid or pill) before the procedure given by the dentist. It works gradually and provides mild to moderate relaxation, helping them stay calm. Because the dose is given all at once and can’t be adjusted during the visit, it’s generally used for shorter or simpler treatments. If your child doesn’t swallow the full dose, or if the dose isn’t strong enough for them, the procedure may need to be rescheduled or split into multiple visits.

IV Sedation is medication that is delivered through a small tube (catheter) placed in a vein after your child breathes a sweet-flavored “sleepy air” to help them relax and not remember the IV placement. The medication works immediately, and the anesthesiologist can adjust the level of sedation throughout the procedure to keep your child fully asleep, comfortable, and unaware of what’s happening. IV sedation is often recommended for longer or more complex dental work, for children with higher anxiety, or for those with special healthcare needs. It also allows the dentist to complete treatment more efficiently since your child will remain completely still.

Insurance coverage depends on your individual plan and Managed Care Organization (MCO). We verify all benefits and eligibility before service.