Oral Triazolam for major dental surgery? Will it work? Will I feel and experience everything that is happening?

Oral Triazolam could very well put you in a deeply relaxed state. Because this drug works on a specific type of receptor in the body, some patients may be resistant to it. Furthermore, it may be difficult to control the effects as would be possible with IV sedation. Another option is to use a multi-drug regimen with IV sedation. Of course, the provider would have to have a special state license in order to perform this. My recommendation for All-on-4 cases is IV conscious sedation.

It is all about patient comfort.  Our office offers both oral conscious sedation and IV conscious sedation and the patient selects what they feel most comfortable.  There are benefits and disadvantages to both procedures.  With IV conscious sedation, we are able to able to keep the patient at a comfortable level throughout long treatments.  Oral conscious sedation is great for shorter procedures but can be used with longer treatments.  With experience, they both work well.  If you have a lot anxiety before you start, its best that you discuss your concerns with the doctor before you start.  That alone might help alleviate unnecessary stress.