ANESTHESIA

At Sedation Lounge for Body Art, we provide IV sedation using an individually tailored combination of medications that are selected based on your individual needs.

Once your IV is placed, you will be given medication through the IV that will place you in a restful dream-like state of sleep.  During your tattoo session we give you medication through the IV to help decrease pain, inflammation, and nausea for approximately four or more hours after you leave the office. Upon waking from your relaxed dream-like state you will have no recollection of your tattoo session and minimal to no discomfort.

Within 30 to 60 minutes after waking you will be safe to go home with another adult and you will be provided with written discharge instructions from your Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA). For the rest of the day you should rest and drink lots of fluid. You should not operate any machinery, use any sharp objects, sign any legal papers, or make important decisions that require the full use of your faculties as the medication may impair your judgment for up to 24 hours.

You can expect a follow-up phone call later that day from the CRNA that provided your sedation to answer any questions, make sure the sedation was to your satisfaction, and that you are recovering well.

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