In-office IV sedation pediatric dentistry Shreveport and Bossier City families can count on — with a board-certified pediatric anesthesiologist right here in our office.
IV Sedation Pediatric Dentistry Shreveport Parents Can Feel Calm About
Some kids need more than a calm voice and a little laughing gas. Maybe your child has a lot of treatment to finish, a strong gag reflex, special healthcare needs, or fears that make a regular visit impossible.
That's why we now offer IV sedation pediatric dentistry Shreveport families can get without a hospital trip. We partner with Pediatric Dental Anesthesia Associates (PDAA), whose pediatric anesthesiologist comes to our office once a week. Your child sleeps comfortably, our team finishes the work in one visit, and you take home a relaxed kid the same day.
3 Reasons Families Choose In-Office IV Sedation
A Pediatric Anesthesiologist Comes to Us
Every in-office IV sedation visit is run by a board-certified pediatric anesthesiologist from PDAA — a medical doctor trained specifically in caring for infants and children. Our dentists focus on your child's teeth while the anesthesiologist focuses only on your child.
A Familiar Office, Not a Hospital
As a pediatric dentist with on-site sedation, we let your child stay in the same kid-friendly office they already know. No hospital check-in, no long operating room waits, and no unfamiliar faces at the dental chair.
All Treatment Done in One Visit
Fillings, white crowns, extractions, and cleanings can often be completed in a single appointment. That means fewer missed school days, fewer trips across town, and one easy morning instead of several hard ones.
How IV Sedation for Kids Works, Step by Step
Here's what IV sedation pediatric dentistry Shreveport families experience in our office:
- Health review: a PDAA nurse calls ahead to go over your child's medical history, allergies, and medications
- Clear instructions: you get eating and drinking rules and an arrival time before the visit
- Sleepy air first: your child breathes a sweet-smelling gas to relax, so most kids don't notice the small IV being placed
- Treatment while they sleep: the anesthesiologist monitors your child the entire time while our dentist completes the work
- Gentle wake-up: you're reunited during recovery and head home with written care instructions
IV sedation for kids works quickly, and the anesthesiologist can adjust the level as needed throughout the visit.
When IV Sedation Makes Sense
IV sedation pediatric dentistry Shreveport kids benefit from most is usually recommended when gentler options won't get the job done safely. Your dentist may suggest it if your child:
- Needs several fillings, crowns, or extractions
- Has strong dental anxiety that laughing gas can't calm
- Is very young and can't sit still for longer treatment
- Has special healthcare needs or sensory sensitivities
- Has a strong gag reflex or a hard time keeping their mouth open
Not every child needs IV sedation. We'll always start with the gentlest option that works, and you can compare all of our sedation dentistry options, including laughing gas and hospital care.
Safety First: Why We Chose a Pediatric Dentist Anesthesiologist Team
Parents often ask us, "Is pediatric dental sedation safe?" It's the right question. Here's why we trust PDAA with IV sedation pediatric dentistry Shreveport kids receive in our office:
- Sedation is provided by board-certified pediatric anesthesiologists, not by the dentist doing the treatment
- Your child keeps breathing on their own during sedation
- Short-acting medicines are adjusted to your child's age, weight, and health history
- Emergency equipment and trained staff are on hand for every case
- Children who need a higher level of care are referred to a hospital or surgery center instead
Working with a pediatric dentist anesthesiologist team means two experts are focused on your child at every moment. You can read more about anesthesia safety for children from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.
IV Sedation Questions Shreveport Bossier Parents Ask
READY WHEN YOU ARE
One Calm Visit. One Healthy Smile.
If your child needs more treatment than a regular visit can handle, IV sedation pediatric dentistry Shreveport and Bossier City families trust can make it one easy morning. Ask us about in-office IV sedation at your next visit, pair it with any restorative treatment your child needs, or explore all our pediatric dental services.
Areas We Serve
Shreveport office: Sunset Acres, Southern Hills, Keithville
Bossier City office: Princeton, Haughton, Benton, Minden