If dental anxiety has been preventing you from getting the treatment you need, IV sedation can help you feel calm, relaxed, and comfortable throughout your appointment.

IV sedation is recommended for patients with moderate to severe dental anxiety, those undergoing longer or more complex procedures, or anyone who would benefit from a more relaxed treatment experience.

Unlike most dental clinics, at our clinic IV sedation is provided by a qualified Anaesthetist (along with his assistant nurse), who administers and monitors the sedation throughout your procedure. The sedation medication is delivered through a small cannula placed in your arm and works quickly to create a deeply relaxed, drowsy state.

Most patients remember very little to nothing of their procedure and report feeling comfortable throughout their appointment.

Benefits of IV Sedation

  • Deep relaxation throughout treatment
  • Little to no memory of the procedure
  • Fast-acting medication that can be adjusted during treatment
  • Ideal for patients with dental anxiety or phobia
  • Suitable for longer or more complex dental procedures

Before your appointment, a consultation is required to determine whether IV sedation is suitable for you. You may also need to fast before your procedure, and you will need a responsible adult to drive you home and stay with you afterwards.

As our IV sedation is administered by a qualified Anaesthetist, Medicare rebates will apply. For more information on IV sedation please visit the website of our friendly Anaesthetic team – Asleep Dentistry.