Sedation

What is it?

A sedative is a drug used to calm someone down, make them more comfortable and help them sleep. For people who find certain tests or treatments frightening or uncomfortable, sedation can help them relax or stay still for a test or treatment (such as imaging tests).

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Who it’s for:

Sedation is suitable for individuals experiencing high dental anxiety, phobia, or fear, as well as those with low pain tolerance, a strong gag reflex, or physical/cognitive impairments requiring them to remain still. It is also ideal for patients undergoing lengthy, complex procedures, such as wisdom tooth extraction, implants, or extensive restorative work.

How the procedure works:

Sedation procedures, often called "twilight sleep" or conscious sedation, are designed to make patients comfortable, relaxed, and often drowsy during medical or dental procedures. It is used to reduce pain, anxiety, and fear, with patients typically remaining awake enough to respond to verbal commands but often having little or no memory of the procedure.

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Comfort and safety

Sedation enhances patient comfort and safety during medical or dental procedures by reducing pain, anxiety, and movement, often allowing patients to remain conscious but deeply relaxed. It involves carefully monitored techniques—ranging from nitrous oxide to IV sedation—administered by trained professionals to minimize risks like respiratory depression, ensuring a safe experience.

Frequently asked questions

Will I be asleep?

Not necessarily. Sedation ranges from minimal (conscious/relaxed) to deep, but most patients are awake enough to respond but too relaxed to care about the treatment.

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