What is Sleep Dentistry?
Do you get anxious thinking about a trip to the dentist At Aria Dental, we understand your concerns and are here to help. We can support you by providing a range of sedation options to help put you at ease, no matter how anxious you feel. Aria Dental (in the Perth CBD) offers a variety of sedation options, from light, oral (anti-anxiety) medications to gently relax you to intravenous sedation techniques where you’ll be deeply relaxed and not remember your treatment afterwards.
Sleep Dentistry Pricing
At Aria Dental, sleep dentistry costs start from:
- Basic sedation tablet (typically Ativan), which is offered FREE at all of our Implant Dental Clinics;
- Penthrox whistle-styled inhaler, which starts from $150;
- IV sedation and with an in-clinic, specialist medical anaesthetist cost starts from $1,200. A portion of IV sedation can be claimed back through Medicare.
- For those opting to have their dental procedure in a hospital setting, individual quotes can be provided depending on which hospital you are interested in visiting and the anaesthetist doctor selected.
FAQ: Sleep Dentistry
We’ve put together some of the most common sleep dentistry questions to help you make an informed decision.
What are the options available within sleep dentistry?
Oral Sedation
Oral Sedation is the most common type of sleep dentistry and involves taking medication to help patients relax during a dental procedure. The medication is usually taken before the appointment and may cause drowsiness. Patients who receive oral sedation are still conscious during the procedure but may not remember it. The effects of oral sedation can last several hours, and patients will need someone to drive them home after the appointment.
Nitrous Oxide Sedation (Laughing Gas)
Nitrous Oxide Sedation, also known as Laughing Gas (or happy gas), is a common form of sedation used in sleep dentistry. It is a safe and effective way to reduce patient anxiety and discomfort. Nitrous oxide is mixed with oxygen and inhaled through a small mask over the patient’s nose. The patient remains conscious during the procedure and can communicate with the dentist. Nitrous oxide is fast-acting and wears off quickly, allowing patients to return to normal activities after the procedure.
Intravenous IV Sedation – IV Sedation Dentistry Perth
Intravenous IV Sedation for dental involves the administration of medication through a vein, often used for complex dental procedures such as dental implants or wisdom teeth removal. IV sedation provides a deep level of relaxation and can cause patients to fall asleep during a surgical or invasive procedure. Dentists and trained medical professionals monitor patients who receive IV sedation Perth to ensure their safety. The effects of IV sedation can last several hours, and patients will need someone to drive them home from the dental clinic after the appointment.
General Anaesthesia
General anesthesia involves the use of medication to induce a deep sleep-like state. Patients who receive general anaesthesia are unconscious and unaware of the procedure. General anaesthesia is usually reserved for more extensive procedures and is administered by a trained anaesthesiologist in a hospital setting, and can be cover by Medicare.
Are there any side effects after sleep dentistry?
All sleep dentistry options, including using a general anaesthetist, are all temporary and safe. It is possible to feel nausea or confusion immediately following the dental treatment. You are not allowed to drive after a sleep dentistry dental procedure, so bring a friend or family member to take you home and monitor you for a few hours.
