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Relax, Breathe and remain Calm through treatment

Does the thought of a visit to the dentist fill you with so much fear that you constantly put off making that call?

You may feel worried like many of our patients have felt in the past, but please rest assured, we’re here to help you.

At Eccleshill Dental, we try our very best to make sure your experience is a relaxed, painless and pleasant one. Sedation is often ideal for nervous patients, those with a fear of needles, or anyone with a strong gag reflex.Our dentists take your care and feelings very seriously and take pride in finding solutions to ensure your visits are as relaxed and as comfortable as possible.

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What is dental sedation?

Dental sedation is a pleasant and relaxing way to overcome your nerves and anxiety. The type we provide is intravenous sedation, often called IV sedation, where a sedative medication is administered into a vein to help you relax.

We use a sedative medicine, given by a small injection into a vein in the back of your hand or in the crease of your arm, which can help you fully relax for your procedure. The dose is tailored to each patient, and once it enters your bloodstream it takes effect quickly.

It works by helping you enter a state of deep relaxation so you can sit comfortably through your treatment without discomfort or worry. The tooth itself is also fully numb with local anaesthetic. IV sedation is not a general anaesthetic, so you are not asleep and your breathing stays normal throughout. Your safety is monitored for the whole session

Whilst you’re sedated you will still be conscious and will be able to talk to the dentist and nurses and they can chat back with you when needed. The majority of patients experience some amnesia and don’t remember much about the treatment at all!

If you are interested in taking that first step to visit a dentist after a long time or you wish to chat about sedation for treatment that you may be worried about, please call us on 01274 633 406 and we will happily book you in for a relaxed consultation.

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Our reviews

Feeling glad! Read our glowing reviews from our valued patients, sharing their experiences and sparkling smiles with us.

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Was an amazing experience since the first appointment where I had my dental plan put in place. Was super understanding with my situation and what work I wanted to have done. All the staff I had met during my 3 appointments were very nice and provided a great service overall.
- Andy Spenceley
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Great practice and would highly recommend!! I had been going to another dentist for a while but didn’t seem to explain anything or help me with options. Decided to come to Eccleshill Dental. Was amazed. I had a 40 min examination and then went through all my issues. They broke it down to things that I ‘needed’ to do and then discussed things that might ...
- DBS AM
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Had a appointment today with a lovely lady hygienist called Areeba. I’d like to say she gave a wonderful service .she was very thorough with a wonderful manner. A credit to the practice 👍👍
- Hayley Shaw
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I visited the dentist and hygenist today. Both were very pleasant and explained what they were doing and it was a good visit.
- Jill Redding
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My 5 year old daughter is a patient at this dentist and they are absolutely amazing! The reception staff and dentist always make her feel so comfortable and she is not scared of going to the dentist because of it!! Highly recommend!
- Laura Slack
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My 1st visit at this very swish practise. All the staff were friendly and welcoming. Clare(dentist) was lovely, calming and made me feel comfortable. I can’t say anything negative and would highly recommend.
- Milly Sheard
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Today I went to my dentist for a filling and saw Imaan the female dentist for the 2nd time.. I just wanted to say how absolutely lovey and really calm she made me feel. She listened to what I had to say and helped me with the issues I raised a credit to the surgery thank you 🙂
- Samantha Bolton
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I would like say a massive thank you to Karan at Eccleshill Dental for giving me the confidence to smile again. The dental work I had done was not a straight forward procedure. My teeth needed bleaching and then a new front crown needed to be made to match their new colour. After the course of Enlighten treatment my teeth were temporarily left patchy in ...
- Sue J

FAQs

How do I know if I need sedation?

If you feel too anxious or worried to visit our dental practice for treatment, you may benefit from sedation to help you feel more relaxed. If you are unsure if sedation is for you, please talk to us. We are very happy to talk you through all the options and help you access dental treatment.

Will I be awake during treatment?

With sedation, you are conscious throughout treatment, but in a calm state of relaxation. You will still be able to talk to your dentist, and they are able to talk to you as much or little as you prefer. You are likely to not be able to remember much about the treatment at all once it is complete.

What does sedation involve?

We administer medicine into a vein in the back of your hand or crease of your elbow. It takes effect in a short amount of time, helping you enter a state of deep relaxation so you can sit through your dental treatment without worry. Sedation isn’t a general anaesthetic, meaning you are conscious throughout.

Can I drive home after having sedation?

Sedation can make you feel drowsy and cause your mind to become dream-like, so it is unsafe to drive after treatment. We will give you clear aftercare advice, and we recommend avoiding alcohol before and after your appointment.

Is sedation expensive?

The cost of sedation varies from case to case, so it is best to talk to us about the overall cost of your treatment with sedation included. We will be able to give you a more detailed estimate and final cost during your initial consultation and examination appointments.

What type of sedation do you offer?

At Eccleshill Dental we provide intravenous sedation, also known as IV sedation. A sedative medication is administered through a small injection into a vein in the back of your hand or your arm. It enters the bloodstream and helps you relax into a calm, comfortable state within a short time. You remain conscious throughout and are not asleep, which is the key difference between sedation and a general anaesthetic.

What treatments can be done under sedation?

Sedation can be used to help you through a wide range of dental treatments and procedures, particularly any that you feel anxious about. Many patients choose sedation for treatments such as extractions, dental implants, and root canal treatment, as well as more routine work for those who simply find dental visits stressful. If you would like sedation for a particular procedure, just let us know and we will talk you through it.

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