Sleep Dentist Melbourne
One of the major reasons people don’t visit the dentist is dental fear and anxiety. Our aim is to provide a relaxing environment where our patients are listened to — so we can provide options to overcome these issues, gently.
Sedation dentistry in Melbourne
Sedation dentistry is ideal when you need a complicated procedure done, but you aren’t too comfortable with the process — allowing for a more relaxed experience. We understand that past experiences may be an issue when it comes to dental procedures.
Sedation dentistry
The administration of medications that cause deep relaxation and drowsiness. The patient will not go to sleep, but instead will feel extremely relaxed — awake throughout the entire procedure, but with the worries and stresses of a complex dental procedure alleviated.
Sleep dentistry
The alternative to sedation dentistry — the patient is put to sleep under general anaesthesia. Usually utilised in procedures that are longer and much more complicated, or for patients who have extreme cases of anxiety.
Our professional team will help you understand the difference between sleep dentistry and sedation dentistry, and determine which pathway is the right option for you.
How can The Smile Designer help?
The starting point is your first initial consultation. A full examination with all the relevant X-rays and imaging is taken to get a clear understanding of what needs to be done. We will sit down and listen to all your concerns, gain an understanding of your goals for treatment, and go through costs — working around your budget with payment plan options if needed. Together, we will decide how we can overcome your dental fear and anxiety.
While we don’t offer sleep dentistry in-house, we believe many individuals may not require it if they find the environment calming and relaxed. We do provide alternative options using medications, where patients remain awake but are mildly sedated. If you still need it, we can refer you to trusted professionals outside our business who provide sleep dentistry services — and there are also services that come to the practice on site to sedate our patients.
Most people find that after the initial consultation, the proposed treatment solutions are not what they had initially thought — and their experience at the dentist changes for the better.
There are risks and benefits to all treatments. The content posted on our website does not constitute medical advice. Risks, results, complication and recovery times will vary between individuals. For specific treatment risks, please visit our treatment risks page.
FAQ’s about sedation dentistry
How much does sedation dentistry cost?
The cost is completely dependent on the individual case. In some instances, sedation dentistry can be costly if the procedure is complex; other times the cost may be low if the procedure isn’t time-consuming. At The Smile Designer, we try to keep our prices accessible so everyone has the option of high-quality dental care when it matters most. For more information on prices, contact us today.
Where is your dental clinic located?
We are located in Melbourne at 118-120 High Street, Thornbury. We are on the border of Thornbury and South Preston, close to Bell Street, and just a stones throw away from surrounding suburbs like Northcote, Brunswick, Preston and Heidelberg.
What is sleep dentistry?
Sleep dentistry is where the patient is put to sleep under a general anaesthetic, ensuring the patient doesn’t feel anything as the procedure takes place. It is mainly used in treatments that are time-consuming or more complicated, and is also helpful for patients who are extremely anxious or have significant dental fear. For more information, contact our team.
Sedation dentistry for Preston & the north
For anxious patients across Preston and the inner north — Thornbury, Northcote, Reservoir, Coburg and Bundoora — our High Street studio offers sedation options, discussed and assessed for suitability. On-site parking and Bell Station nearby make appointments easy. Nervous about visiting? Start with general dentistry.
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