Sedation for Nervous Patients at Woodcock Lane Dental Care in Stonehouse
At Woodcock Lane Dental in Stonehouse, we understand that many people experience anxiety when visiting the dentist. For some, this anxiety can be more severe, making dental visits a stressful experience, especially for complex or lengthy procedures.
To help those with dental anxiety, we offer sedation services. Dr Nicholas Brown, assisted by our sedation-trained nurses, provides intravenous sedation to help you feel calm and relaxed during your treatment. This sedation will not put you to sleep, but it will make you feel at ease, so you won't worry about injections, gagging, having a tooth removed or any other anxieties. You will remain conscious and able to communicate, with the added benefit that you may have little or no memory of the procedure afterwards.
How do I arrange sedation?
To receive sedation, you'll need to first have an assessment with Dr Brown. During this appointment, he will evaluate your medical status, discuss your treatment plan, and explain the sedation process. You may also need a check-up with one of our nurses to monitor your blood pressure before proceeding.
Intravenous Sedation:
Sedation (usually midazolam) is administered intravenously, usually through your arm or back of your hand, and its effects can last up to 24 hours. For safety reasons, you'll need to attend with a responsible adult who will escort you home and stay with you for 24 hours after the appointment. While you'll remain conscious, many patients find they have little to no memory of the procedure.
Monitoring.
Throughout the sedation process, we will closely monitor your blood pressure, pulse and oxygen levels. We will only discharge you when we are sure it is safe for you to go home.
We aim to provide a calm, relaxing, and stress-free experience for all our patients. If you’re nervous about your dental treatment, let us help you.
