SLEEP DENTISTRY

MAKING DENTAL IMPLANT TREATMENT A DREAM

If visiting the dentist makes you nervous, you’re not alone. Dental anxiety is very common and can prevent people from getting the treatment they need, especially for longer or more complex procedures like dental implants. Sitting in the chair for several hours can raise concerns about pain, comfort, or simply being able to relax during the procedure.

At Sydney Implant Studio, we make sure fear doesn’t stand in the way of your oral health. That’s why we offer sedation dentistry, to help you feel completely at ease throughout your treatment. With IV sedation, you’ll remain relaxed and comfortable while we take care of your smile.

Our experienced team ensures your safety at every step, so you can rest peacefully knowing your treatment is handled with care. With sleep dentistry, your dental implant procedure can feel effortless, like waking up to a brand-new smile.

What is sleep dentistry?

Sleep dentistry uses IV sedation to ease anxiety and help patients feel completely at ease during treatment. This gentle approach is part of what’s known as sedation dentistry, which allows you to stay calm and relaxed throughout your procedure.

Who is Sedation Dentistry for?

Dental anxiety can be overwhelming and may stop people from getting the care they need. Some even avoid dental visits for years because of fear or discomfort. Sleep dentistry is designed to help those who struggle with severe dental anxiety, low pain tolerance, or difficulty sitting still for extended periods. It’s also an excellent option for patients with extreme tooth sensitivity or a strong gag reflex.

Sedation dentistry can be used for a wide range of dental treatments, making procedures more comfortable and stress-free. At Sydney Implant Studio, many of our patients choose sleep dentistry for lengthy or complex procedures such as All-on-4 dental implants, which can take several hours. With this approach, patients remain calm, relaxed, and unaware of the time passing, ensuring a smooth and comfortable experience from start to finish.

How Is the Anaesthesia Administered?

I.V. stands for intravenous, meaning the anaesthesia used in sleep dentistry is administered through a vein. If you’re worried about needles, there’s no need. At Sydney Implant Studio, we use The Wand, a computer-assisted delivery system that looks more like a pen than a syringe.

This advanced technology allows the anaesthetic to be delivered so gently that most patients barely feel a thing. The computer precisely controls the flow and dosage, ensuring maximum comfort throughout the process.

When you undergo sedation dentistry with The Wand, you’ll gradually drift into a calm, semi-conscious state where you remain relaxed and unaware of time passing. Throughout your procedure, your sedation is carefully administered and monitored by a qualified anaesthetist or medical doctor, ensuring complete safety and peace of mind.

What Happens During The Treatment?

Once the anaesthetic has been administered you’ll fall into deep relaxation. You’ll remain awake during the procedure, and be able to respond to the dentist, but you’ll be in a dream-like state. Your dentist will be able to carry out the procedure that you need and not only will you be completely pain-free, but it will feel as if it took no time at all.

Sleep Dentistry is a very safe and highly effective technique for overcoming the fear, anxiety and discomfort that dental implant treatment can cause.

If you feel anxious about your implant procedure, call us on (02) 9188 7807 to discuss sleep dentistry.