Anxiety Management: Ensuring a Comfortable Dental Experience
At Tooth Sparkler Family Dental, we understand that visiting the dentist can be a source of anxiety for many patients. To ensure that your experience is as comfortable and stress-free as possible, we offer a range of anxiety management options tailored to your individual needs. Our goal is to make sure you receive the dental care you need without fear or discomfort.
Our Anxiety Management Options
IV Dental Sedation
For patients with significant anxiety or those undergoing more complex procedures, we offer IV sedation. This form of conscious sedation involves administering sedative and analgesic medications through an intravenous line, helping you feel deeply relaxed and comfortable during your treatment.
- You remain conscious: You’ll be able to breathe on your own, and communication with your dentist is possible if needed.
- Deep relaxation: IV sedation helps ease anxiety, making the procedure feel more manageable and less stressful.
- Continuous monitoring: Our dentist and dental nurse will be by your side throughout the procedure to monitor your vital signs and ensure your comfort.
Recovery After IV Sedation
Nitrous Oxide (RA) Inhaled Sedation
For those who prefer a lighter form of sedation, we offer nitrous oxide (RA) inhaled sedation, commonly known as “laughing gas.” This option is available for both kids and adults and is ideal for managing mild to moderate anxiety.
- Mild sedation: Nitrous oxide helps you relax during your treatment while allowing you to remain fully conscious and responsive.
- Quick recovery: The effects of nitrous oxide wear off quickly, so you can return to your day with minimal disruption.
- Safe for all ages: Nitrous oxide is a great option for both children and adults who may experience anxiety during dental visits.
Therapy Dog Support
We are pleased to offer the comforting presence of our therapy dog during your visit. Our friendly therapy dog is trained to help reduce anxiety and create a calming atmosphere, making your dental experience as stress-free as possible.
- Emotional support: The therapy dog provides comfort and companionship, helping to ease anxiety and create a more relaxed environment.
- A welcoming atmosphere: The presence of our therapy dog helps to make your visit feel more like spending time with a friend rather than a medical appointment.
Pain Free Sleep Dentistry with IV Dental Sedation
At Tooth Sparkler Family Dental, we understand that sometimes coming to the dentist for treatment can be scary, and we don’t want this to stop you from receiving the treatment you need.
We now offer IV sedation for patients who find that dental procedures cause anxiety.
The aim of conscious sedation is to make you feel relaxed and comfortable during your dental procedure. Sedative and analgesic medications are carefully adjusted to make you peacefully sleepy without becoming unconscious. You are able to breathe on your own, and communication is possible if needed. The dentist and dental nurse will be by your side the whole time to monitor your needs.
After your treatment, you’ll be taken to a comfy chair and given a warm blanket to recover until the effects of the sedation have worn off — which usually isn’t too long.
If this sounds like something you would benefit from, please contact us today to book a consult appointment.
Amanda
Amanda is an intensive care doctor (BMed [Dist], BMedSci) who has been working since 2015 across several NSW hospitals caring for critically ill patients, and in operating theatres as an anaesthetic registrar.
She is available to provide conscious sedation for patients who may experience debilitating anxiety around dental procedures. Amanda will assess the suitability for intravenous sedation beforehand (starting with a phone consultation reviewing any medical comorbidities) and will closely monitor the patient before, during and shortly after the procedure. She loves being able to help patients through what can be a stressful experience, and also enjoys the excuse to work closely with her long time dentist and friend Dr Lonergan!
In her free time Amanda is usually preoccupied with expanding her repertoire of wiggles songs that make her baby boy laugh, or trying to catch a dip at her local beach Coogee.
Trust Our Experienced Dental Professionals
- Comfortable, anxiety-free experience: Trust our experienced clinicians to provide a comfortable, anxiety-free dental experience.
- Confidence in the dental chair: Feel confident and at ease throughout your time in the dental chair, knowing you’re in capable hands.
- Friendly and welcoming atmosphere: Experience a friendly and welcoming atmosphere that puts you at ease from the moment you walk in.
- High-quality care and innovation: Benefit from the highest quality dental care and innovative techniques that ensure the best outcomes.
- Leave refreshed and satisfied: Leave your dental appointment feeling refreshed and satisfied, with a brighter and healthier smile.
