Sedation Dentistry in NW Calgary

• Experience anxiety or nervousness when it comes to dental care
• Need extensive dental work done in one visit
• Do not respond well to local anesthetics
• Have claustrophobia
• Have a sensitive gag reflex
• Require oral surgery such as wisdom tooth extraction
• Have a low threshold for pain

Laughing gas provides light sedation for anxious patients, or any patient who would benefit from feeling more relaxed during their dental visit. It is administered by breathing in through the nose to help patients relax and remain in a comfortable state during their dental treatment.

Oral sedation is a mild form of sedation that is administered via pill. This medication will make patients feel comfortable and relaxed, which alleviates the anxiety and stress that comes with dental procedures. With oral sedation, the patient will still remain conscious and be able to communicate with their dental team during their procedure.

IV or intravenous sedation provides moderate and profound sedation for our patients. It is administered by an injection of sedative medication. IV sedation has a rapid onset, it takes effect within a matter of seconds. With IV sedation we can modify the amount of sedative medication to achieve a level of sedation level that’s right for you. You will remain awake and be able to communicate with us but feel totally relaxed and far removed from any anxiety or concern. You will find time passes quickly and you will have little or memory of your dental visit. IV sedation is an increasingly popular choice for our patients with dental anxiety.