Snooze Your Way to Better Oral Health at Springhill Dental
Our dentist near you caters to anxious patients requiring treatments such as dental implants and wisdom teeth removal or those simply nervous about seeing a dentist in NW Calgary.
Sleep dentistry, sometimes called pain-free dentistry, calms patients and lets them snooze their way to better oral health. We provide a range of options to minimise potential pain based on the type of procedures you require, personal history and preferences. There is no ‘one size fits all’ approach at our dental clinic.
Options include local anaesthesia, oral, inhalational and intravenous sedation techniques with a variety of sedative and anaesthetic agents tailored for each patient and their requirements.
What is Sleep Dentistry?
Sleep dentistry is an advanced form of dental sedation. It involves administering a blend of sedatives and pain-relief medications intravenously to induce a tranquil, dream-like state of deep relaxation throughout your procedure.
Upon waking, you’ll typically have no recollection of the procedure and feel as though only a brief moment has passed, akin to experiencing a deep, refreshing sleep.
Pain-Free Treatment Philosophy
Whether you require extensive dental work, surgical procedures, have a dental phobia or are simply anxious about visiting a dental clinic, sleep or pain-free dentistry sounds like the ideal solution.
Of course, no Calgary dentist or dental clinic in the world can guarantee an entirely pain-free dentistry experience. As individuals, our perception and tolerance of pain and how we experience it varies widely.
We have adopted ‘pain-free dentistry’ as a term to describe our treatment philosophy. It is part of our comprehensive management plan to make your experience with us as comfortable as possible. In many cases, this is achieved through the provision of gentle care.
We also use ‘pain-free dentistry’ to describe sedative techniques such as or sleep dentistry which we use to minimise any pain and discomfort associated with dental treatments and to treat patients who may otherwise experience fear or anxiety.
Popular Choice
Sleep dentistry is a preferred option for treatments like dental implants, wisdom tooth extraction, and various cosmetic and surgical dental procedures. For some patients that have difficulty getting numb, have susceptible teeth or have a great gag reflex. Calgary sedation dentistry may also be the right option for you and can help you complete a complex dental treatment in just one visit.
Schedule a consultation today to learn more about our sedation options. Our NW Calgary dentist welcomes patients to form the surrounding areas of Scenic Acres, Ranchlands, Northwest Calgary, Silver Springs, and Bowness!
Visit us for various oral care services, including dentures, sedation dentistry, emergency dentistry, children’s dentist in Calgary, TMJ, crowns, white fillings, root canal therapy, TMJ treatment, implants, veneers, Invisalign, fillings, teeth whitening, etc.
FAQs
Sedation dentistry is used to help patients feel calmer and more at ease during dental treatment. By reducing anxiety and tension, sedation can make dental visits more manageable for people who feel nervous, uncomfortable, or overwhelmed during procedures.
Depending on your needs and the type of treatment planned, different sedation options may be available. These can include nitrous oxide (often called laughing gas), oral sedation, or IV sedation. Your dentist will discuss which option, if any, is appropriate for you after reviewing your health history.
Sedation dentistry can be really helpful for patients who feel dental anxiety, have a strong gag reflex, find it difficult to sit through longer appointments, or need more involved dental care. It can also be an option for people who have had challenging dental experiences in the past.
When sedation is provided by trained dental professionals, it is generally considered safe for many patients. Before treatment, your medical history is carefully reviewed, and your condition is monitored throughout the procedure to help ensure your comfort and safety.
Preparation depends on the type of sedation being used. You may be asked to follow specific eating or drinking instructions beforehand, share details about medications or medical conditions, and arrange for someone to take you home after your appointment. Your dental team will give you clear instructions in advance.
Sedation can greatly reduce awareness of discomfort and help you stay relaxed during treatment. Some patients remember very little of the appointment, while others remain aware but calm. The level of sensation and memory varies depending on the type of sedation used.
Coverage for sedation dentistry varies between insurance plans. Some plans may include coverage for certain types of sedation when it is medically or dentally necessary, while others may not. Our team can help review your benefits and discuss payment options before treatment.
