Intravenous (IV) Sedation at Avenue Dental
At Avenue Dental, we are committed to providing the most comfortable dental experience possible. For patients who experience anxiety or need a little extra help relaxing during their dental treatments, Intravenous (IV) Sedation can be an excellent solution. Available at our practices across the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, IV sedation allows you to undergo your treatment in a calm, relaxed state, ensuring a stress-free and pain-free experience.
Our IV sedation services are available at Avenue Dental practices in Caloundra, Kawana, Maroochydore, Bli Bli, North Lakes, Baringa, Sippy Downs, Tewantin, Murrumba Downs, Beerwah, and Woolloongabba.
What is IV Sedation?
Also known as twilight sedation or sleep dentistry, IV sedation helps you achieve a deeply relaxed state during your dental procedure. Administered intravenously by a licensed anesthetist, the sedation medication creates a dream-like state where you remain comfortable and unaware of the treatment. This form of sedation is ideal for patients who may feel anxious about dental procedures, have a sensitive gag reflex, or need complex treatments such as wisdom tooth removal.
With IV sedation, you won’t remember much of the procedure and will feel completely at ease throughout. After your treatment, you’ll be given time to recover in our designated recovery room before going home.
Who Benefits from IV Sedation?
IV sedation may be especially beneficial for the following types of patients:
- Those with dental anxiety or dental phobia
- Patients with a sensitive gag reflex
- Individuals undergoing complex dental procedures, such as wisdom teeth extractions
- Those with a comprehensive treatment plan requiring multiple procedures
Patients who have difficulty achieving numbness with local anesthesia
Who Administers the IV Sedation?
At Avenue Dental, your IV sedation will be administered by a qualified anesthetist who works locally on the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane. They will carefully place a small cannula in your hand or arm to deliver the sedation medication and will monitor you throughout the procedure to ensure your safety.
Who Provides the Dental Treatment?
While you’re comfortably sedated, one of our skilled dentists will perform your dental treatment. This multidisciplinary approach ensures that the anaesthetist can fully focus on managing your sedation, while your dentist concentrates on providing high-quality care.
Our Sleep Dentistry Services Include
Why Choose IV Sedation at Avenue Dental?
- Pain-Free Dentistry: IV sedation ensures you are completely comfortable and experience no pain during your procedure.
- Reduces Dental Anxiety: Ideal for patients with dental phobia or anxiety, IV sedation helps you feel relaxed and at ease throughout treatment.
- Efficient Treatment: With IV sedation, multiple procedures can often be completed in one visit, reducing the number of appointments needed.
- Quick Recovery: Unlike general anesthesia, IV sedation allows for a faster recovery time, so you can return to your routine sooner.
Schedule an Appointment for IV Sedation
If you’re interested in learning more about IV sedation and how it can help you feel more comfortable during your dental treatment, contact Avenue Dental. We offer IV sedation at our Sunshine Coast and Brisbane locations in Caloundra, Kawana, Maroochydore, Bli Bli, North Lakes, Baringa, Sippy Downs, Tewantin, Murrumba Downs, Beerwah, and Woolloongabba. Book online or call our friendly reception teams to schedule your consultation.
Is IV Sedation Expensive?
The only additional cost is for the anaesthetist’s services. The good news is that Medicare contributes significantly to reducing your out-of-pocket expenses. IV sedation is a more affordable alternative to general anesthesia, which is only required in specific cases.
Where is IV Sedation Performed?
IV sedation is carried out in the comfort of our dental practices in Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, eliminating the need for a hospital setting. This approach offers a more relaxed, familiar environment for your dental procedure.
Common Procedures Performed Under IV Sedation
Highlighting the procedures that can be done under IV sedation can help patients understand its versatility:
- Wisdom tooth removal
- Dental implants
- Root canal treatments
- Full-mouth rehabilitation
- Smile makeovers
- Multiple fillings or extractions in one visit
Interest free payment plans
At Avenue Dental on the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, we understand that dental treatment can be difficult to fit into your budget, which is why we offer a range of different dental payment plan options.
