Sedation Dentistry
Oral Sedation for Kids in West Jordan
For a child who feels anxious in the chair, oral sedation is a gentle medicine by mouth that helps them relax and stay calm, while awake and safely monitored, so treatment feels easy and unhurried.
Simple medicine by mouth
A prescribed dose taken a little before the visit, no needles to start.
Relaxed but awake
Your child feels calm and drowsy while staying able to respond.
Carefully dosed & watched
Tailored to your child's age and weight, with close monitoring throughout.
What Is Oral Sedation for Children?
Oral sedation is a prescribed medicine your child takes by mouth a little before the appointment. It helps them feel calm and drowsy while staying awake and able to respond, so treatment feels easy and unhurried.
It's a step up from laughing gas and a lighter option than general anesthesia, a comfortable middle ground for many nervous kids.
Is Oral Sedation Safe for Kids?
Yes, when it's carefully dosed and monitored. We review your child's full health history beforehand, tailor the medication to their age and weight, and watch them closely throughout the visit. We'll always recommend the lightest sedation that will do the job.
Always the lightest that works
How to Prepare Your Child
A little planning makes the day smooth and easy. Here's what to do.
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Follow eating instructions
We'll tell you exactly when your child should stop eating and drinking beforehand.
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Comfortable clothes
Dress them in soft, comfy clothing so they can relax.
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Plan a calm ride home
Your child will be drowsy afterward, so arrange an easy trip back.
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An adult to watch them
Have someone stay with and watch your child for the rest of the day.
Who It's For, and When We Recommend It
Oral sedation can be a great fit for children who feel very nervous, have a strong gag reflex, have trouble sitting still, or need several treatments completed in one visit. It's also helpful for many children with special healthcare needs. We recommend it when it genuinely makes care easier, never as a default.
We'll always recommend the lightest, safest option that lets your child get the care they need, comfortably.
Where to Find Us in West Jordan
Our Southpoint office sits near 9000 South and 1300 West in West Jordan, just east of Redwood Road and about a mile east of Bangerter Highway. We're minutes from Gardner Village, Veterans Memorial Park, and Jordan Valley Medical Center, with free parking right out front.
Wasatch Pediatrics Dentistry & Orthodontics: Southpoint 9071 S 1300 W Suite 100 West Jordan, UT 84088 (801) 676-3700 Call to BookAlso Serving Families Near West Jordan
Just outside West Jordan? We welcome patients from across Salt Lake County.
Common Questions About Oral Sedation
Will my child be asleep with oral sedation?
Usually not fully asleep. Most children become very relaxed and drowsy but stay awake and able to respond. Some doze lightly during treatment.
How long does oral sedation last?
The relaxed, drowsy feeling can last a few hours after the visit, so plan a quiet rest of the day. We'll go over what to expect during recovery.
Can my child eat before oral sedation?
We'll give you specific eating and drinking instructions to follow before the appointment for your child's safety. Please follow them closely.
Could sedation help your child?
Call (801) 676-3700 and we'll help you decide.