IV Sedation

Before your child’s IV sedation appointment:

• Notify our team of any changes in your child’s health, as well as any existing medical conditions. If your child is ill, we may reschedule their appointment.
• Tell us about any medications your child uses, any reactions to drugs or medication, or any changes in their medical history.
• Dress your child in comfortable, loose clothing.
• Take your child to the restroom before their appointment.
• Do not give your child milk or solid food after midnight the night prior to treatment and give them only clear liquids in the six hours immediately before their appointment.
• Do not feed your child greasy, fatty or fried foods prior to their appointment.
• If your child uses an asthma inhaler, bring it with you to their appointment.
• Please remember that you, as the child’s legal guardian, must be present in our office throughout the entire procedure.

After your child’s IV sedation appointment:

• Your child will be very drowsy; please monitor them closely.
• Make sure that your child sleeps on their side with their chin up.
• Wake your child every hour and give them a drink to reduce dehydration. Start with small sips of clear liquids.
• Ensure that your child’s first meal after their treatment is light and easy to digest.
• If your child vomits, help them bend over and turn their head to the side.