Periodontal and Implant procedures for some patients can cause anxiety and very real fear. This fear can prevent patients from receiving much needed dental treatment, and postponing such treatment only exacerbates periodontal disease-causing tooth loss. At Shire Periodontics we endeavour to make each of your visits with us as comfortable as possible.
We can offer the following options for relieving fear and anxiety for dental treatment:
The administration of an oral sedative tablet taken approximately 90 minutes prior to treatment. This tablet is provided by our clinic and reduces anxiety to make your treatment more comfortable.
Please note: You cannot drive home following this type of sedation, nor should you make any legal decisions for 24 hours.
Also known as sleep dentistry is carried out in our clinic by a Dental Sedationist (Dr Nancy Chen). A calming drug is administered into a vein and you will feel deeply relaxed and your anxiety will be greatly reduced. You are still conscious throughout your procedure.
Please note: You cannot drive home following this type of sedation, someone MUST escort you home and stay with you. You cannot fly nor should you make any legal decisions for 24 hours. There are also strict fasting rules which if not followed will cause your procedure to be cancelled.
We now offer Nitrous Oxide (laughing or happy gas) as a sedative to keep you comfortable during procedures. This is a colourless, faintly sweet-smelling gas that you breathe in through a nose-piece.
Please note: Unlike other sedation options, you will be able to drive shortly after receiving Nitrous Oxide.