Sedation & Anxiety Relief
Dental sedation can help some people who feel anxious feel more relaxed during treatment. It is not suitable for everyone, and your clinician will talk through the options and risks with you first.
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Sedation & Anxiety Relief
Feeling nervous about dental treatment is very common. For some people it is strong enough to put them off going at all. Sedation is one of several ways that may help, alongside things like clear explanations, regular breaks and a gentle approach.
Sedation is different from a general anaesthetic. With many forms of sedation you stay conscious but feel more relaxed. Which options are suitable depends on you, your health and the treatment you need, and they come with risks as well as benefits.
Before any sedation is offered, your clinician will take your medical history, explain the options, risks and aftercare, and ask for your consent. You can ask questions at any point.
Book Your ConsultationWho might ask about sedation
Sedation is only recommended after an assessment. These are some of the situations in which people ask about it.
Reasons people ask about sedation
- Fear or anxiety about dental treatment
- A bad experience in the past
- A strong gag reflex
- Longer or more involved treatment
- Fear of needles or injections
What your clinician will consider
- Your medical history and any medicines you take
- Your general health and any previous reactions to sedation or anaesthetic
- The treatment you need and how long it is likely to take
- Whether an adult can take you home and stay with you afterwards
Possible effects and risks
- Feeling drowsy, and remembering little of the treatment
- Effects on breathing or blood pressure, which is why your clinician will explain how you will be monitored
- Nausea or headache afterwards in some people
- Sedation is not suitable for everyone, and your clinician will tell you if it is not right for you
After sedation
- Arrange for a responsible adult to take you home
- Do not drive, use machinery or make important decisions until your clinician says it is fine
- Follow the instructions you are given about eating, drinking and rest
Not sure whether sedation is right for you, or which types are available? Contact our team to ask before you book.
Book a ConsultationWhat to expect
- 01
Assessment
Your clinician asks about your anxiety, your medical history and your medicines, and examines you so that they can recommend suitable options.
- 02
Your plan and consent
They explain the options, the risks and what to expect, including how to prepare, and ask for your consent before going ahead.
- 03
Your treatment appointment
Treatment is carried out following the plan you have agreed. Your clinician explains how you will be looked after and monitored.
- 04
Recovery and aftercare
You are given time to recover and written or verbal aftercare advice, and you go home with a responsible adult.
Why choose us
A careful assessment
Your history and health are reviewed before any sedation is recommended.
Time to ask questions
You can ask anything about the options, the risks and aftercare before you decide.
Dedicated appointment
Your online booking reserves a 30-minute appointment. This lets your clinician assess you.
Private appointments
Advance Smiles Medihub provides private healthcare services.
Convenient location
Visit our clinic at 15 Allerton Road, Liverpool, L18 1LG.
Meet Our Dentist
Dr Fadil Elamin
Dentist
- Qualifications:
- BSc BDS (Lond) MOrthEd FDS PhD
Transparent Pricing
Sedation & Anxiety Relief
The cost depends on the treatment you need and the type of sedation recommended, which can only be decided after an assessment. Your clinician will explain the cost before you decide to go ahead.
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Sedation & Anxiety Relief FAQs
Will I be asleep?
Sedation is different from a general anaesthetic. With many forms of sedation you stay conscious but relaxed. Your clinician will explain exactly what to expect with the option they recommend for you.
Does sedation carry any risk?
Yes. All sedation carries some risk, which is why you are assessed first and told about the risks. Your clinician will explain them in plain language.
Can anyone have sedation?
No. Your medical history, medicines and general health all affect whether it is suitable. Your clinician will tell you if sedation is not right for you.
Which types of sedation do you offer?
Please contact our team on 0151 808 3018 to ask which options are available and whether they might suit you.
Will I still need a local anaesthetic?
Often, yes. Sedation helps you feel relaxed, while local anaesthetic numbs the area being treated. Your clinician will explain what applies to you.
Do I need someone with me?
You will normally be asked to bring a responsible adult to take you home and stay with you afterwards. Your clinician will give you the details.
Can I eat and drink beforehand?
You will be given instructions about eating and drinking before your appointment. Follow them carefully, because they can affect whether treatment can go ahead.
Can I drive afterwards?
No. Do not drive, use machinery or make important decisions until your clinician tells you it is fine.
How much does it cost?
Our current listed price is from £400. The final cost depends on the treatment and the type of sedation, and will be explained before you decide.
Where is the clinic and how do I book?
We are at 15 Allerton Road, Liverpool, L18 1LG. You can book online using the booking button, or call 0151 808 3018 to speak to our team.
Anxious about dental treatment?
Book an assessment and talk through your worries and your options.
Medical Disclaimer
Information on this page is general and is not a diagnosis or a substitute for advice from a dentist or doctor. Whether a treatment is suitable for you, and its risks and likely outcome, depend on your individual circumstances and will be explained at your appointment. If you have swelling of the face or neck, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or severe pain you cannot control, seek urgent medical or dental care (call NHS 111, or 999 in an emergency).