If dental anxiety keeps you from visiting the dentist, you’re not alone. We offer safe and effective sedation options to help you feel relaxed, calm, and comfortable during any dental procedure whether it’s a simple cleaning or a complex surgery.
Sedation dentistry involves the use of medication to help patients feel at ease during dental treatments. It’s ideal for people with dental fear, low pain threshold, sensitive teeth, or extensive treatment needs. You’ll remain conscious but deeply relaxed, and some patients may not remember the procedure at all.
We provide:
Oral Sedation – A pill taken before treatment to ease anxiety
Inhalation Sedation (Nitrous Oxide) – Also known as laughing gas, this helps you feel light and calm throughout the procedure
IV Sedation – For more advanced procedures, administered by a trained professional
Usually requires 1 consultation followed by the actual treatment session
For complex procedures, sedation may be used over multiple visits
Don’t eat or drink for at least 6 hours before sedation (unless advised otherwise)
Arrange for someone to drive you home afterward
Share your full medical history and list of medications
Past experiences with dental anxiety
Any allergies or respiratory issues
Your general health status and medications
Varies by the procedure being done
Sedation itself can begin to take effect within 15–30 minutes, and may last several hours post-procedure
You may feel drowsy or sleepy for a few hours
Avoid driving, working, or operating machinery for the rest of the day
Have someone stay with you until you’re fully alert
Follow all post-operative care instructions
If you suffer from severe dental anxiety, let our team know early. We can customize your sedation plan to ensure a worry-free experience.
Yes, all sedation options are administered by trained professionals and tailored to your health needs.
No, unless you’re undergoing deep IV sedation. Most types keep you awake but extremely relaxed.
It depends on the method used. Effects from nitrous oxide wear off quickly, while oral or IV sedation may last several hours.
Yes, with parental consent and proper evaluation, sedation can be safely used in pediatric dentistry.
Anything from cleanings and fillings to extractions, root canals, and dental surgeries.
Yes, for oral or IV sedation, you’ll need someone to drive you home and stay with you.
Mild drowsiness, dry mouth, or dizziness are common. These wear off within a few hours.
Some plans may cover it for specific procedures. Check with your provider for exact details.
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