Experience dentistry free from stress and anxiety
If you feel anxious about dental visits or want to ensure your procedure is as comfortable as possible, sedation dentistry may be right for you. We offer a variety of anesthetic and sedation options to eliminate pain and help you stay calm throughout your treatment. Depending on your needs and the type of procedure, we can tailor the sedation approach to suit your comfort level and medical history.
Types of Sedation
There are three main types of sedation used in dentistry, ranging from simple numbing to full unconsciousness. In many cases, sedation methods are combined to offer complete comfort.
Local Freezing
The most common and widely used method. We begin by numbing the treatment area and then administer a local anesthetic to “freeze” the site. You may still feel gentle pressure, but you won’t feel pain.
Sedation
Sedation can be delivered in various ways—by pill, nitrous oxide (laughing gas), or intravenous (IV). You’ll remain awake but feel deeply relaxed and detached from the procedure. It’s often used together with local freezing to minimize discomfort and anxiety.
Sleep Dentistry
For complex procedures or patients with extreme anxiety, general anesthesia can be used to render you completely unconscious or in a deep state of sedation. You’ll feel drowsy even after waking up, so you’ll need someone to accompany you home and stay with you.
The Benefits of Dental Sedation
Sedation dentistry isn’t just for those with dental fear—it can also help patients with physical or medical conditions that make dental care more difficult. Some of the key benefits include:
Relief from Dental Anxiety
If fear or anxiety has kept you from the dentist, sedation can make all the difference. Whether your anxiety is mild or severe, we’ll help you get the care you need in a stress-free environment.
Comfort During Long Procedures
For lengthy or complex treatments, sedation helps you stay relaxed and comfortable. Time tends to pass quickly under sedation, and many patients don’t remember the procedure at all.
Support for Unique Needs
Sedation can be a game-changer for those with:
- A sensitive gag reflex
- Difficulty staying still (such as restless leg syndrome)
- Low pain tolerance or trouble getting numb with local anesthesia alone
We believe dental care should be accessible and comfortable for everyone, and we’re happy to find a solution that works for you.
Contact us today
to schedule an initial consultation & exam.
Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and, most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Your safety is our top priority. We will carefully review your medical history and discuss your needs before recommending any form of sedation.
You’ll feel calm, relaxed, and drowsy. Some people feel slightly tingly or light-headed. It’s common to have little or no memory of the procedure afterward.
Most forms of dental sedation don’t actually put you to sleep. Instead, you’ll remain awake but feel extremely calm and disconnected from the procedure.
Yes. If you’re receiving sedation (other than nitrous oxide), you must arrange for someone to drive you home and stay with you for a few hours while the effects wear off.
The duration depends on the type of sedation used. You might feel back to normal within a few hours, but we recommend setting aside the rest of the day to rest and fully recover—typically 2 to 8 hours.
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