Is Halcion safe for dental work?

Using Halcion is an effective way to manage dental anxiety. And when used under doctor supervision, this is a safe and valuable addition to your dental care.

What pill do they give you for sedation dentistry?

Oral sedation. Typically, the pill is Halcion, which is a member of the same drug family as Valium, and it’s usually taken about an hour before the procedure.

How do they sedate you at the dentist?

Oral sedation is most commonly done using Halcion, which is a chemical relative to Valium. You’ll take a pill about an hour before the procedure starts, and it will make you very sleepy. While it’s likely you’ll be awake and groggy during the procedure, some people relax enough to fall asleep.

Can dentist put you to sleep for deep cleaning?

No matter the cause behind your discomfort, oral conscious sedation can help. Although many believe sedation can only be used for surgeries, it can be used for many dental procedures, such as deep cleanings. If you need a little help relaxing during your cleaning, sedation can help.

Why are dentists using Halcion in sedation dentistry?

by | Jan 20, 2017 | Articles, Halcion, Sedation Dentistry. Sedation dentistry using Halcion is growing in many dental practices as a way to help anxious patients receive quality dental care. Some may be familiar with nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, but Halcion is another safe and effective way to reduce your dental anxiety.

When to take Halcion before wisdom teeth removal?

My daughter, 15, had her wisdom teeth removed and the oral surgeon recommended giving her one Halcion pill the night before the procedure and another one the next morning, an hour before the procedure.

Is there a difference between Halcion and general anesthesia?

Unlike general anesthesia, Halcion is considered a type of conscious sedation. You’ll be awake during the procedure, but you won’t be aware and will have limited memory. It’s been established that using sedation during dentistry can help manage patient anxiety, and that it’s both safe and effective.

What kind of sedation do you take for dental work?

The beauty of oral conscious sedation is that you can be comfortable for hours while we complete quite a bit of dentistry. It is a very safe type of sedation where you often take two very safe and predictable medications, Halcion (triazolam) and/or Valium (diazepam).