Pharmacology in Pediatric Dentistry: Pain, Anxiety and Conscious Sedation
Pharmacology in Pediatric Dentistry
Pain and anxiety control in pediatric dentistry
The vast majority of pediatric dental patients can receive dental treatment with conventional behavior management techniques and pain control. However, in some cases, controlling pain and anxiety requires going beyond conventional techniques. Pharmacological treatment is indicated for children who cannot receive traditional behavior management techniques, local anesthesia and conduction anesthesia.
Conscious Sedation
Definition: A minimally depressed level of consciousness that allows the patient to independently and continuously maintain a patent airway, respond appropriately to physical stimulation and verbal commands.
Levels of conscious sedation
- Light sedation