Clinical term
conscious sedation
Medication that keeps you relaxed and comfortable but responsive during treatment, used for anxiety or longer surgical procedures.
Reviewed by Dr. Amit Sharma, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon · Last reviewed 3 September 2026
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