Anxious Patients

Apprehension, anxiety and fear are common problems for many people during their trips to the dentist. At Painless Dental we strive to ensure a positive dental experience for all our patients, which is why we offer a range of treatment options to cater for those patients suffering from anxiety, phobias or specific medical conditions. This allows them to complete their treatment in a relaxed, stress free environment.

Intravenous (IV) Sedation

Commonly known as ‘sleep dentistry’, Intravenous Sedation represents an effective option to allow those patients suffering from anxiety to complete their treatment in a relaxed, painless manner. Unlike a general anaesthetic, patients under IV Sedation will remain partially conscious throughout their treatment. However, during this state time passes very quickly, and patients will remember very little, if any, of their treatment. This is also a great option for patients who require extensive or multiple treatments in a single appointment.

General Anaesthetic

The option of a General Anaesthetic is available for all our treatments, and is especially effective for children who wish to avoid the invasive nature of some procedures. If a patient does require this option, our practice will need to be notified in advance, so their treatment may be complete at the local hospital with the help of a qualified anaesthetist. Under this form of sedation, patients will remain unconscious for the duration of their treatment and only awaken upon its completion.