While it works well for many patients, sedation dentistry is not suitable for everyone. Especially for pregnant women or patients with specific medical conditions like heart disease, respiratory concerns, or sleep apnea.
Our dentists review your health history and current needs with you before proceeding with dental sedation during treatment.
Understanding Sedation Dentistry
At Smiles HQ, we offer different levels of dental sedation, which we recommend based on our patients' individual needs.
- Nitrous Oxide (Happy Gas) — This is the mildest sedation we offer, which is a gas delivered through a mask worn during the procedure. It's typically safe for adults and children and doesn't cause side effects that linger.
- IV Sedation — A 'twilight' sedation where we deliver medication intravenously, where the patient will feel like they're sleeping, yet still be responsive.
- General Anaesthesia — This sedation is delivered in a hospital setting by a specialist anaesthetist. The patient is completely sedated throughout their treatment while the specialist continually monitors their heart rate and vital signs.
Looking for a Sedation Dentist in Warners Bay?
We would love to discuss your options with you. Talk with our team on (02) 4062 0705 or request a visit with our dentists online.