Dental Sedation for Anxiety-Free Treatment

You can be referred by your dentist. Your dentist would need to complete a form instructing us of what treatment is required to be carried out and send into the practice along with any relevant x-rays and medical history you have.

Yes. Sedation treatment may be available for eligible NHS patients as well as private patients. Private treatment costs vary depending on the type of sedation and the complexity of the procedure. Our team can provide an estimated quotation before treatment and will be happy to answer any questions you may have. We also welcome referrals from other dental practices for sedation-assisted care.

Dental sedation is generally suitable for adults over the age of 18 who do not have a complicated medical history. Before recommending sedation, our clinicians will carry out a full assessment of your medical history, medications, and treatment requirements to ensure the safest option for you. Sedation treatment may be available for eligible NHS and private patients, and we also accept referrals from other dental practices for sedation-assisted care

Dental sedation can be used for a wide range of treatments, helping nervous patients feel more relaxed and comfortable throughout their appointment. This includes restorative procedures such as fillings, crowns, and root canal treatment, as well as tooth extractions, surgical removals, orthodontic tooth extractions, and dental implant placement. Your clinician will recommend the most suitable sedation option based on the complexity of your treatment and your level of anxiety.

The administration is virtually painless. Our gentle clinicians use a very small, soft needle to place the IV line, usually in your arm or the back of your hand. Once the line is in, you will quickly drift into a deep, comfortable state of calm.

Sedation is incredibly safe for the vast majority of patients. However, this is why our initial consultation is so important. We will take a comprehensive medical history, check your blood pressure, and review your current medications to ensure you are a perfect candidate.

If you have Inhalation Sedation (laughing gas), the effects wear off within minutes, and you can safely drive yourself home. If you receive Oral or IV sedation, you are legally required to have a responsible adult escort you home and stay with you for 24 hours.

With IV and Oral sedation, you will feel drowsy for the rest of the day. We strongly advise that you go straight home, rest, and avoid operating machinery, cooking, or making important decisions for a full 24 hours until the medication completely leaves your system.

Yes, we frequently welcome referrals from other dental professionals whose patients require sedation-assisted care. We work closely with referring dentists to ensure their anxious patients receive the exact treatments they need in a safe, comfortable, and highly monitored environment.