Dental Sedation

HELPING YOU FEEL AT EASE

If going to the dentist makes you feel anxious, you're not alone. Many people experience dental fear, often because of a previous difficult experience. This anxiety can make it tempting to avoid appointments or delay treatment, but it doesn't have to be that way.

At Laurel Dental Practice, we regularly care for nervous patients. Our team takes a calm, understanding approach and will do everything possible to make your visit comfortable from the moment you arrive. We believe that anxiety should never be a barrier to good dental health, and it's never too late to get back on track.

SEDATION DENTISTRY

For some patients, dental treatment is much easier with sedation. Sedation dentistry doesn't put you to sleep like a general anaesthetic. Instead, it helps you feel deeply relaxed while remaining awake and able to communicate with your dentist.

Our most common option is:

Intravenous (IV) sedation, where a sedative is administered through a vein to help you feel calm and relaxed throughout treatment.

Alongside sedation, we offer a range of additional support to help reduce anxiety, including:

Relaxation and breathing techniques
Gradual exposure to treatment sounds where helpful
Distraction options such as listening to your own music or audiobooks
Practical strategies to manage anxious thoughts
A relaxed, no-obligation visit to the practice before treatment, so you can meet the team and feel comfortable in the environment

If you feel nervous about dental treatment, please let our reception team know when you contact us. We have the experience, time, and tools to help you feel more in control and at ease during your visit.