My dentist only iv sedates children but i get panic attacks at his office so if i request an iv sedation, can he give it? without it i can't do it.

Talk to your dentist: Please talk to your dentist about your anxieties. Many dentists use oral sedation, gas, or other methods to help adult patients with anxieties. There is also a new system called nucalm that is an all natural way to help patients relax during their dental treatment. I use it for my patients and they love it. So talk to your dentist a out your options a available to you for your dental care.

ASK: There is no contraindication. However, if he/she will not agree to perform the procedures under IV sedation, you can ask for referral for a dentist that may. Good luck.

IV sedation: Iv sedation is a very easy and safe way to reduce anxiety for dental procedures. Although proper training and equipment are needed along with the appropriate license. It is certainly ok to ask.

Anxiolytics can: Be another option to IV sedation. Involves medications like Halcion (triazolam) and others - under instruction and supervision by treating dentist. Hope this helps and thanks for the question.

Try Valium : Oral pain medications like Ativan (lorazepam) or valium can be taken prior to dental procedures to take the edge off. You would need someone to drive you. It's a good option for dental procedures when the dentist is uncomfortable giving IV sedation.

Possible: You will have to have a in depth discussion with your dentist or medical anesthetist to determine if you are a candidate for IV sedation.

Ear acupuncture: I would enquire. An even easier solution is ear acupuncture. It can be used both to help you feel calm & for dental analgesia. That way you would not feel groggy or need to have someone else drive you home.

Oral Sedation First: Before you ask your dentist about doing IV sedation on you, consider asking your dentist for an anti-anxiety medication to take before your appointment. These types of medication can really dramatically reduce your fear and nervousness about getting dental care. While you will be awake, you will be unable to drive, so be sure to bring some one as an escort. If this doesn't work, than do iv.

See below: If you are his patient undergoing a procedure then he will be able to sedate you if it is needed.