Nervous Patients

Dental techniques have improved so much over the last few years that modern dental treatment can now be completely painless. Despite this, most people still feel a little nervous at the thought of going to the dentist. If you have not been to see a dentist for some time, you will probably find that things have improved a lot since your last visit. The general attitude is likely to be more relaxed, the dental techniques and safety procedures will be much better, and the equipment will be more up to date.

We may recommend an intravenous or IV sedation. This is given by injection, either in the back of your hand or in your arm. The dose will depend on the amount of treatment needed and the length of time it will take to complete.

You become drowsy and unaware of any treatment, but you are still able
to co-operate with the dentist. The effects of sedative medicine take some
time to wear off and we will tell you how long the drugs will take to clear
from your body. You won’t be able to drink alcohol, drive or work machinery during this time, and it is important that there is someone to take you home
and stay with you for a few hours after your treatment.