Sleep Dentist Melbourne
Are you looking for a practice that offers sleep dentistry in Melbourne? Then consider Carnegie Dental Group.
Many people who experience anxiety at the thought of having to undergo dental treatment come to us because of our reputation for compassion, excellent service, and outstanding dental work.
As one of the leading providers of dental sedation procedures in Melbourne, we offer this very safe option to our more phobic patients on their dental visits.
If your oral health isn't the best, but you have a general dental fear, here is how you can benefit from our sleep dentistry treatments.
Fear of dental treatment?
Did you know that about 16% of Australians aged 18 and older suffer from dental phobia? This means that many people suffer unnecessarily every time they visit the dentist, or even worse, avoid trips to the dentist because of their fear. Fortunately, for anxious patients there is no longer a need to sacrifice your dental health.
The Carnegie Dental Group is dedicated to helping our patients receive the best dental treatment in Melbourne possible. We focus on delivering the highest quality dental services in comfort and safety.
See our range of sleep dentistry options below.
Our Pain Management Options
This is one of the most common options for pain relief, where we can temporarily numb a small area within your mouth. Local anaesthetics stop the nerves in a part of your body sending signals to your brain. You won't be able to feel any pain after having a local anesthesia, although you may still feel some pressure or movement. It normally only takes a few minutes to lose feeling in the area where a local anaesthetic is given. You will be awake and alert, but you won't feel pain in the area being treated.
This method works by administering sedatives intravenously, putting you in a semi-conscious state, so you are unaware and unable to remember the events happening around you. When the sedative takes effect, you will generally feel extremely relaxed and, in a dream-like state of mind. We will also use a local anaesthetic to numb the area we are working on, to help ensure that there is no way of feeling any pain during the dental procedure.
Under general anaesthesia, you don't feel pain because you're completely unconscious. This method is typically used for longer procedures, or if you have a lot of anxiety that might interfere with your treatment. You will be in a completely unconscious state, and the level of anesthesia depends on the procedure and the individual patient. There are different risks with general anesthesia, so it's best you discuss all of your options with our experienced dentists at the Carnegie Dental Group to decide which option is best for you.
If you feel that our pain management options may be best for you, please call our wonderful team to arrange everything for your next appointment.
Our range of sleep dentistry options could be the best solution for you if you
have dental phobia or want to alleviate anxiety
have fear of pain or needles
have a severe gag reflex
are not wishing to sit through lengthy, uncomfortable procedures
Frequently Asked Questions
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Sleep dentistry is a dental procedure that uses medication to make patients less anxious or nervous during their treatment.
It is often referred to as sedation dentistry or twilight sedation and is administered through IV sedation, which is an injection that helps to relax patients, sometimes by putting them completely asleep.
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Dental sedation can be a good option for patients who feel anxious, have dental phobia, or require complex procedures.
Overall, this type of dental work is a very safe and routine process, and as a sleep dentistry Melbourne specialist we perform it in line with the protocols set out by the Dental Board of Australia standards.
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If you choose sleep dentistry, it may take upwards of 24 hours to recover from its effects, depending on if you have had a complex dental procedure. Many patients experience grogginess up to this time.
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There are some side effects and risks associated with sleep dentistry treatment and dental anxiety medication. These may include, feeling cold, nausea, and dizziness.
In vary rare cases, and depending on underlying health conditions, there is a potential for heart attack, and stroke. However, experts consider the chances of these happening to a person as being negligible.
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The cost of our Melbourne sleep dentistry services will depend on what type of treatment you require, for instance, root canal treatment, dental implants, or more complex treatments.
After assessing your oral health in an initial consultation, our friendly team will provide you with a full quote based on what type of dental care you need.
Still have questions?
We’re here for every smile. To find out how we can help you or book an appointment, please feel free to get in touch today.