Sleep Dentistry

What is sleep dentistry?

Sleep dentistry, also called sedation dentistry, is the use of anaesthesia during treatment to put the patient into a relaxed state, using sedatives such as depressants, tranquilisers or anti-anxiety drugs administered before the procedure. It can be used for any dental treatment, from a simple clean to more invasive procedures.

There are different levels of sedation. With minimal sedation the patient is relaxed and awake; with moderate sedation speech slows and the patient may not remember much about the procedure; with deep sedation the patient is almost unconscious but still awake.

Benefits of sleep dentistry

With sleep dentistry, a procedure that may take several hours can feel like it lasted only a few minutes. Although sedation may make you feel drowsy, you do not sleep throughout the procedure. Other benefits include:

• A relaxed, calmer experience
• Comfort with the dental procedure
• Less restlessness during a long procedure
• Better control of the gag reflex

Sleep dentistry at United Smiles

At United Smiles, we administer sleep dentistry using an advanced form of sedation and safety equipment, aiming for a pain-free experience. Our doctors and staff are ready to listen to your concerns, and through simple, genuine communication we hope to overcome your discomfort and anxiety about dentistry.