Do I need an escort for IV sedation?

[Irene]

Hi

I have a very badly broken down tooth that has been hurting on/off for the past 2 weeks and I have been told by my dentist that I will need to go to the hospital to have the tooth removed.

Unfortunately there is a waiting list at the hospital and I dont think I can wait that long to have this tooth removed. I am very nervous when it comes to having things in my mouth and would need to be sedated.

I live in north london and would like to know if I need to have an escort with me in order to have treatment under IV sedation? this bit is tricky because my partner works during the week and will not be able to come with me. Can I have sedation treatment without an escort?

[Dr Mohsen J. Esfahani]

Thank you for your question.

For Iv sedation, you must have a responsible adult escort. This is not optional and we are strict about it. We cant allow you to trek across London under the influence of sedative drugs without an escort. However we can do IV sedation treatment for you on weekends, to accomodate your partner.