I totally get the needle anxiety... same boat here. But honestly, once they start, it's over pretty quick. Ice cream stash sounds perfect—definitely earned it after this ordeal, haha. Good luck!
"Ice cream stash sounds perfect—definitely earned it after this ordeal, haha."
Haha, ice cream is always a solid recovery plan. Honestly, I've done both IV sedation and laughing gas, and if you're budget-conscious like me, laughing gas is usually cheaper and still does the trick. It's quick, wears off fast, and you can drive yourself home afterward. IV sedation is great if you're super anxious, but it costs more and you'll need someone to pick you up. Either way, you'll be fine... and definitely deserve that ice cream.
Totally agree about the ice cream—it's practically medicinal after dental work, haha. I've mostly stuck with laughing gas myself, and it was always enough to keep me calm. But one thing I'd add is that IV sedation can be helpful if you're dealing with a longer or more complicated extraction. My dentist once recommended IV sedation for a tricky impacted tooth, and honestly, it made the whole procedure way easier to handle. Just something else to consider...
Interesting perspective on IV sedation—I can see how it'd be helpful for complicated cases. I've been weighing my options because laughing gas didn't quite cut it for me last time; I was still pretty anxious throughout. Did you notice any side effects or grogginess afterward with the IV sedation? I'm leaning towards trying it, but I'm cautious about feeling out of it for too long afterward...
IV sedation can definitely be a better option if laughing gas didn't ease your anxiety enough. Most patients I've worked with report minimal side effects afterward—maybe a bit groggy or sleepy for a couple hours, but nothing too intense. Just make sure you have someone to drive you home and plan to rest for the rest of the day. Usually by evening, people feel pretty normal again. It's worth considering if anxiety is a big factor for you...
