Dental anxiety and fear can make it difficult to attend appointments or receive the treatment you need. Sedation can help patients who feel nervous, anxious or uncomfortable about dental treatment feel more relaxed during their visit.
Your dentist will discuss your concerns and assess your medical history before recommending the most suitable sedation option. Sedation is used alongside local anaesthetic where appropriate, helping you remain comfortable while your dental team carries out your treatment.
Help you feel calmer and more relaxed during your dental appointment.
Make dental treatment a more comfortable experience for nervous patients.
Support patients who have previously avoided or delayed dental treatment.
Sedation options can be discussed based on your individual needs and treatment.
Help create more positive dental experiences and make future visits easier.
Dental sedation uses medication to help you feel relaxed and less anxious during dental treatment. The type of sedation offered depends on your needs and the treatment being carried out.
Sedation may be suitable for patients who experience dental anxiety or phobia, have difficulty coping with treatment or have previously avoided dental care because of fear.
This depends on the type of sedation used. Many forms of dental sedation leave you awake and able to communicate with your dental team while feeling much more relaxed.
Sedation is generally safe when provided by appropriately trained professionals following a suitable assessment. Your dentist will review your medical history and discuss the risks and benefits with you beforehand.
Sedation can make treatment more manageable and help you have a more positive experience. Your dental team can also discuss ways to gradually build your confidence with dental care.