Most people would be able to tell you that seeing the dentist for regular care is important. For some, however, that’s much easier said than done. Dental anxiety can make getting necessary dental care nearly impossible; if that describes you, sedation dentistry could be perfect for you.

People with moderate to severe dental anxiety may benefit from IV sedation, one of the most potent methods available. There are a couple of different IV sedatives out there. Here’s what you should know about them.