Sedation Dentistry at Evolve

There’s no need to be anxious or nervous about having any kind of treatment at Evolve Dentistry. We have lots of experience in treating nervous patients and plenty of options to help you feel calm and relaxed whenever you visit us, we've even written a free guide to overcoming your dental fear, this can be downloaded below.

IV sedation

Choose a pain-free injection which makes you feel like you’re asleep, without actually being asleep. This means that you are unaware of what is going on around you, but can still follow the dentist's instructions. Most people have no recollection of the treatment afterwards, making is perfect for anxious or nervous patients.

RA sedation

Alternatively, you could choose what is more commonly know as gas. Nitrous oxide can produce a safe, fast-acting and relaxed euphoria that starts before your treatment and lasts while you are treated.

What is Dental Sedation?

Sedation Dentistry allows you to receive dental treatment in a relaxed, comfortable fashion.

Who is it for?

Sedation is used for many reasons including involved treatments such as implant placements and for highly anxious patients for whom the thought of dentistry is distressing.

How is it done?

At Evolve Dental Sedation Clinic we provide two types of sedation; “magic air” or IV sedation.

“Magic air” or Conscious Sedation
“Magic air” (known more commonly as gas and air) produces a safe, fast-acting, pleasant, floating sensation that starts before your treatment and lasts while you are being treated. This is particularly recommended for anxious children.

Dental IV sedation
A pain-free injection which makes you feel like you’re asleep, without actually being asleep. You are unaware of what is going on around you, but can still follow the dentist’s instructions. Most people have no recollection of the treatment afterwards, making is perfect for anxious or nervous patients.

What treatments can I have under sedation?

Any procedure that’s usually done at Evolve can be done with sedation. This includes extractions, fillings and cosmetic dental veneers.

What do I need to be aware of with sedation dentistry?

“Magic air”
Enjoy a tea or coffee with us after your treatment and then be ready to get on with the rest of your day.

IV sedation
On the day of treatment you will need to bring an escort with you to your appointment who will stay with you after your appointment. Most people feel very tired after treatment so it is advisable to go home and rest. Because of the drowsiness, you must not drive or operate any machinery until the day after your intravenous sedation.

Is IV Sedation safe?

Yes, Dr Somerville Roberts has many years of experience in administering sedation. During the treatment you and your vital signs are constantly monitored under her supervision.

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