Comfort Without Fear
Trusted, licensed, and experienced sedation care from Moore Family Dentistry
Dental anxiety shouldn’t stand between you and a healthy smile. At Moore Family Dentistry in Garner, NC, we offer IV sedation dentistry—a safe, precisely controlled way to help you relax through even the most complex dental treatments.
As a North Carolina Board-permitted sedation facility, our team delivers gentle care backed by advanced monitoring technology and years of hands-on experience.
Schedule your sedation consultation today and discover how calm, comfortable dentistry can be.
What is IV Sedation Dentistry?
IV sedation dentistry—also known as intravenous moderate conscious sedation—uses medication delivered through a small IV line to create a deeply relaxed, drowsy state. You’ll still breathe on your own and respond to verbal cues, but most patients remember little or nothing of the procedure.
Dentists use several types of sedation:
| Sedation Type | Level of Relaxation | Typical Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Nitrous Oxide (“laughing gas”) | Light, wears off quickly | Mild anxiety, short visits |
| Oral Sedation (pill) | Mild-to-moderate | Routine care for nervous patients |
| IV Sedation | Moderate-to-deep | Complex procedures, strong anxiety |
| General Anesthesia | Unconscious | Hospital-based or oral-surgery cases |
Our IV sedation protocol follows ADA Guidelines for the Use of Sedation and General Anesthesia by Dentists and ASA Standards for Office-Based Sedation Safety.
Why Choose Moore Family Dentistry for IV Sedation?
Licensed & Inspected Facility
Our Garner office maintains a North Carolina Sedation Permit (Level III) under 21 NCAC 16Q, meeting stringent requirements for equipment, emergency readiness, and inspection by the NC State Board of Dental Examiners.
Experienced Sedation Team
Dr. [Name] and our clinical staff have completed advanced sedation training and maintain BLS and ACLS certifications. We’ve performed hundreds of IV sedation cases for anxious adults, implant candidates, and patients requiring extensive treatment in a single visit.
State-of-the-Art Monitoring
Your vital signs are continuously tracked with:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Blood pressure monitoring
- ECG electrocardiography
- Capnography (CO₂ monitoring)
- Supplemental oxygen and emergency airway equipment
Every safeguard recommended by the ADA and ASA is in place—because your safety is non-negotiable.
Treatments That Benefit From IV Sedation
Our IV Sedation Process Step-by-Step
We begin with a medical-history review and anxiety assessment. This ensures you’re a suitable candidate based on ASA physical-status classification. You’ll discuss your medications, allergies, and any prior experiences with sedation or anesthesia.
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Sedation Consultation
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Preparation
Before your appointment, we’ll provide detailed fasting and medication instructions. You’ll need a responsible adult to drive you home and stay with you for several hours afterward.
Upon arrival, our sedation nurse or dental assistant starts a small IV line—typically in the arm or hand. Sedation medication is delivered slowly until you reach a relaxed, dream-like state. Throughout the procedure, Dr. [Name] and our monitoring team track your vitals continuously.
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Day of Treatment
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During Your Procedure
While you rest comfortably, we complete your dental treatment—often multiple procedures in one visit. Patients frequently remark afterward, “I don’t remember a thing, but I know I was cared for.”
After treatment, you’ll rest in our recovery suite until you’re fully awake and alert. We’ll review aftercare instructions with your companion before discharge. Most patients resume normal activities the next day.
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Recovery & Discharge
Is IV Sedation Right for You?
Not everyone qualifies. Patients with uncontrolled medical conditions, pregnancy, or certain respiratory disorders may need medical clearance. During your consultation, we evaluate every factor to ensure sedation safety.
Experience moderate-to-severe dental anxiety or phobia
Require extensive restorative or implant procedures
Have a strong gag reflex
Need to complete multiple treatments in one visit
Have difficulty getting numb with local anesthesia alone
Safety Protocols & Regulatory Compliance
Your well-being is protected by layers of oversight:
- Board Permit & Inspection: Our facility meets North Carolina Dental Board Rule 21 NCAC 16Q standards for sedation dentistry.
- Staff Training: All clinical staff maintain current Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification.
- Equipment Readiness: Each sedation room includes emergency oxygen, defibrillator, airway adjuncts, suction, and reversal agents.
- Continuous Monitoring: Capnography and pulse oximetry ensure oxygen saturation and ventilation remain stable at all times.
- Emergency Preparedness: Our team rehearses mock drills quarterly. In the rare event of an adverse reaction, protocols align with ADA/ASA response algorithms.
Transparency builds trust: if you ever want to see our sedation suite or inspection certificate, just ask.
“I used to dread dental visits. Under IV sedation with Dr. Moore’s team, I had two crowns and an implant placed in one morning—and woke up smiling.”
“The staff explained every step, monitored me the whole time, and I felt completely safe.”