Am I alone in feeling anxious?
No! We are proud to have a practice that has been built around sedation dentistry for over 35 years which means we have seen thousands of patients for sedation dentistry for all their dental needs.
Will I be safe?
Yes! Our process, our facilities, and our highly experienced and trained staff have been the core of our service quality. We have grown around patient needs and ensuring every bit of their concerns for safety and quality care are addressed.
Who does sedation dentistry benefit?
Generally speaking, sedation dentistry can benefit people that:
- Are anxious or afraid to visit their dental office
- Have had a traumatic experience with a dentist in the past
- Have a very sensitive gag reflex
- Are embarrassed about their smile
- Have a strong aversion to needles
- Have difficulty experiencing the full effects of traditional anesthesia
- Require longer or more invasive procedures
- Have difficulty with or have a limited opening of the jaw
- Have hypersensitivity to pain
What types of sedation are there?
There are four types of dental sedation, each inducing a different level of relaxation. During your first consultation at Ottawa’s Sedation Dental Group, our team will carefully assess which sedation dentistry approach will make you most comfortable. The four levels are:
- Laughing Gas Sedation
- Oral Sedation
- IV Conscious Sedation – Moderate Sedation
- IV Sedation – Deep Sedation and General Anesthesia
