What is dental sedation?

Fear, stress, anxiety (or a combination of all three) over dental procedures is very common. Whether you have very sensitive teeth and gums or have had a previous bad experience at a dentist, there are a number of reasons why people experience dental anxiety.

Our dental sedation is highly effective at relieving the anxiety, stress and discomfort of complicated dental procedures. Read on to find out more about dental sedation in Sydney, its benefits and whether it’s right for you. 

Dental Sedation has a few names: sleep dentistry, twilight treatment and intravenous (IV) sedation. At the Dentist at 70 Pitt St, we offer IV sedation, which makes lengthy or complex dental treatments more comfortable and easy for you. It can also help to reduce dental fear, stress, discomfort, memory and awareness of the procedure.

What are the different types of sleep dentistry?

There are 4 main types of sedation dentistry techniques that can be administered before most dental treatments:

  • IV sedation – administered intravenously into the forearm or the back of the hand
  • Oral conscious sedation – an oral sedation medication is taken about an hour before the treatment begins
  • Nitrous oxide – administered with a breathing mask just before the treatment begins
  • General anaesthesia – differs from oral sedation as the patient is unconscious and must be administered by an anaesthesiologist

Please note that at The Dentist at 70 Pitt St we only offer IV sedation.

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Reduce anxiety and enjoy pain-free dentistry
with IV sedation at The Dentist at 70 Pitt St. 

What are the benefits of
sleep dentistry in Sydney?

Sleep dentistry relieves the anxiety, stress and discomfort of complicated dental procedures. It is highly beneficial for any patients who suffer from any of the following:

  • General dental phobia
  • Fear of dental instruments
  • Overly sensitive teeth and gums
  • Complex dental problems
  • Severe pain from dental issues
  • Overly sensitive gag reflex
  • High resistance to numbing agents or pain medications
  • A low pain tolerance
  • Jaw issues or jaw pain
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*Example only

Many patients enjoy a relaxing sleep
during their dental procedure after IV sedation.   

Am I a good candidate for sleep dentistry?

If you have a low pain threshold, an overly sensitive gag reflex, very sensitive teeth or a general fear or anxiety of visiting the dentist, then you may be a good candidate for sleep dentistry. Please don’t hesitate to get in contact with us if you require more information to determine whether sleep dentistry is right for you.

How is IV sedation dentistry carried
out at The Dentist at 70 Pitt Street?

If you choose to have your sedation dentistry with us at The Dentist at 70 Pitt St, this is what you can expect.

Procedure

You will most likely enjoy a relaxing sleep whilst you maintain your ability to breathe for yourself, maintain your reflexes and the ability to respond to us if required. You will still receive a local anaesthetic after you are sedated for the procedure. All your vital signs will be closely monitored by a fully qualified Sedationist, Dr. Yvonne Chow, with the help of monitoring equipment.

Post Procedure

Following the procedure, you will be given an appropriate recovery time in which you will be closely monitored as well. Written post-operative instructions will be given and explained to your carer for optimal recovery.

*Example only.

If you have a low pain threshold or very sensitive
teeth and gums, sleep dentistry can benefit you.

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How much does dental sedation cost in Sydney?

IV sedation dentistry costs $750 per hour and $250 per 30 minutes afterwards. At your consultation, we will provide details of how long your particular procedure will take so that we can provide you with an accurate cost for the treatment.

Meet our Sedationist Dentist

Dr Yvonne Chow

Dr. Yvonne Chow

Dentist

Dr Yvonne Chow is always passionate about looking after anxious patients. She graduated with honours from the University of Sydney and is a qualified sedationist dentist by completing the CREST course, endorsed by the Australian Society of Dental Anaesthesiology and approved by AHPRA.

Dr Chow is constantly updating herself to keep abreast of Advanced Life Support skills and Medical Emergencies Management facilitated by CYNERGEX. With her distinguished expertise and compassionate personality, Dr Chow has been helping the communities and supporting dentists all over NSW in many private practices and hospitals.

FAQs

Please find below all of our FAQs about our sleep dentistry services in Sydney.

Yes, intravenous sedation is considered safe. However, as with any anaesthetic procedure, it is not without risk. Dr Yvonne Chow carries out a full assessment with you before the day of treatment to ensure it is safe to proceed with the procedure.

Dental sedation differs from general anaesthetics in hospitals. IV sedation leaves you feeling comfortable and relaxed and you may drift off to sleep. General anaesthesia puts you completely to sleep and you are unconscious during the entire procedure.

Most dentists can administer minimal sedation (such as nitrous oxide or oral sedation) but IV sedation should be administered by a trained professional. Dr Chow is a qualified sedationist dentist by completing the CREST course, endorsed by the Australian Society of Dental Anaesthesiology and approved by AHPRA.

Yes, you can request to be sedated at the dentist. As long as you are a suitable candidate for IV sedation, it can be administered for the majority of dental treatments.

Yes, you can be sedated for a tooth extraction. As a tooth extraction is a form of oral surgery, sedation dentistry is highly suitable for this procedure.

Yes, intravenous sedation dentistry is suitable for children. Not only will they be less aware during the procedure, they also may not remember much of it.

Disclaimer: Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding you should seek a second
opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner. Contact us for more information.

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Why choose The Dentist at 70 Pitt Street for sleep dentistry in Sydney?

There are of course lots of reasons you should choose to book an appointment at our dental practice, but we’ve narrowed it down for you:

  • We offer numbing gel when you get your teeth cleaned.
  • We send you a calendar invite so your appointments are in your Work Diary. As well as a reminder the day before.
  • You can choose the flavour of polish and fluoride, not everyone loves mint.
  • You can listen to your podcast or tunes when you’re having treatment.
  • We have appointments before 9 am and after 5 pm as well as on Saturdays to suit you.
  • We’re one of the only dental practices in Sydney with a full-time in-house dental hygienist dedicated to the prevention of tooth and gum disease.
  • We aim to be the greenest dentist in Sydney and we have a strong sense of community.
  • We have a range of payment options including HICAPS & payment plans.
  • You get to take home a new soft toothbrush, floss, and toothpaste at each of your preventative visits.

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