Sleep Dentistry

Sleep Dentistry Sedation in Applecross

At Revive Dental Applecross, we recognise that trust in our care begins with feeling at ease. Our sleep dentistry and sedation options can be integrated into selected treatment plans to support your comfort requirements — particularly for clients experiencing dental anxiety or undergoing complex or surgery.

Every recommendation is guided by a detailed assessment of your medical history, treatment requirements, and personal preferences. Arrange a consultation to explore your options.

Dental Sedation Options

We offer a range of anaesthesia and sedation solutions, carefully selected according to your clinical needs and the nature of your treatment.

Local Anaesthesia

The foundation of modern dentistry, local anaesthesia gently numbs the treatment area while you remain awake and aware. It is routinely used routinely across general dentistry, and cosmetic dentistry.

Discover dentistry designed with comfort in mind.

Oral Sedation

Oral sedation involves prescribed medication taken prior to your appointment to promote a deeper sense of relaxation. You remain awake, though you may feel calm and drowsy throughout treatment.

This option may be considered for longer appointments or clients who feel apprehensive. Oral sedation tends to wear off between 2 to 6 hours, although it is recommended you avoid driving for 24 hours afterward.

Speak with our team about oral sedation.

Intravenous (IV) Sedation — Commonly Known as “Sleep Dentistry”

IV sedation, often referred to as sleep dentistry, is administered by a qualified specialist anaesthetist within our clinic. It creates a deeply relaxed, sleep-like state, and many clients report minimal recollection in the chair. Throughout treatment, vital signs are continuously monitored to prioritise safety.

Although IV sedation can be used for most dental treatments, it is typically selected for complex or lengthy treatment or those that involve surgery due to anaesthetist involvement and associated costs. These may include:

• Wisdom tooth removal
• Dental implants
• All-on-4® dental implants
• Multiple treatments completed in a single appointment

For clients experiencing significant dental anxiety, a strong gag reflex, or undergoing advanced surgical care, IV sedation may be incorporated into a carefully coordinated treatment plan. Following sedation, a responsible adult must accompany you home, and you should avoid driving, consuming alcohol or making important decisions for 24 hours.

Thoughtfully delivered and clinically supervised, sleep dentistry is designed to support comfort while maintaining the highest standards of care.

Speak with our team to explore whether IV sedation is appropriate for your treatment.

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General Anaesthesia

For extensive or multiple treatments, general anaesthesia may be considered in day hospital following appropriate medical assessment. Suitability depends on overall health, clinical complexity, and your dentist’s recommendation. Clients having surgical treatments such as complex wisdom tooth removal or All-on-4® dental implants will typically be treated under general anaesthesia.

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Safety, Monitoring & Suitability

Your wellbeing remains central to every stage of treatment. Before recommending sedation, we carefully evaluate:

• Medical history and current medications
• Treatment duration and complexity
• Anxiety levels and previous dental experiences
• Overall health and clinical suitability

Not all clients are suitable candidates for sedation. A personalised consultation is required to determine appropriateness and discuss associated considerations. Arrange a personalised consultation at Revive Dental in Applecross today.

Aftercare & Recovery

Following sedation:

• A responsible adult must accompany you home
• Rest is recommended for the remainder of the day
• Written post-operative instructions will be provided
• Follow-up care will be arranged where clinically indicated

Our team provides clear, tailored guidance to support a smooth recovery and ongoing care.

Speak with our team to prepare for your appointment.