Sedation options for nervous or anxious patients considering dental implants.
Dental phobia is very common and can happen for all sorts of reasons. It is nothing to be embarrassed about, and we can make what feels impossible not only possible but an experience that is actually pleasant. As difficult as this may be to believe, with our range of sedation options we can offer life-changing dental implants to even the most anxious clients.
What is Dental Implant Sedation?
Throughout your treatment with us, you are in the driver’s seat when it comes to making all decisions. That includes sedation. It’s important to us that you have the very best experience, and for our most nervous patients, sometimes sedation can help with that.
Dental implants can be placed using a combination of local anaesthetic, and IV sedation to ensure the procedure is as comfortable as possible for you. This is a personal choice and you will be guided by our team when deciding the best course of treatment for you.
Intravenous (IV) Sedation
The intravenous sedation we offer reduces anxiety and ensures there is little recall of the procedure. A local anaesthetic is always given so that you will be numb in the area of surgery meaning this will be a stress and pain-free experience.
Intravenous dental implant sedation can be included in your personal treatment plan and will be administered by a hospital registered, highly experienced anaesthetist working alongside the dentist.
How Does IV Sedation Work?
Intravenous sedation is administered via a vein in the hand or arm and allows you to remain awake whilst in a state of deep relaxation.
Intravenous sedation does not make you unconscious, but it does have amnesic qualities, meaning you’ll remember very little of your time in the dental chair. This type of sedation usually takes a few hours to wear off, so please make sure to arrange a lift home as you will not be able to drive.
Is Dental Implant Sedation Safe?
Dental sedation is extremely safe when administered in the right setting by the right clinicians. We use hospital-grade monitoring and only use the safest drugs to ensure smooth and controlled sedation.
We will ask you for a detailed medical history to ensure we tailor the sedation to your exact needs. Very rarely, pre-existing medical conditions mean that we cannot offer sedation, but your safety is paramount and the team will discuss options with you.
If you are over the age of 18 and in good overall health, you are most likely a good candidate for implant sedation. We generally recommend some form of sedation in the following cases.
- Patients with any sort of phobia of the dentist
- Patients who require the removal of multiple teeth
- Complex or lengthy procedures, such as ‘All-on-4‘, Zygomatic Implants, or Bone Grafting
- Patients who suffer from painful medical conditions such as severe neck or back pain, or arthritis
- Patients with a sensitive gag reflex
If you are nervous about the prospect of requiring sedation but think it may help you undergo dental implant treatment with us, please do not hesitate to get in touch for a free phone consultation to ask any questions you may have. We are here for you.
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Like to know more about dental implant sedation?
Request a free consultation with one of our team today.
With solutions for single missing teeth to full arch dental restorations and full mouth dental implants, this free phone consultation will allow us to go over our range of available treatments, and your options, before you even step foot in the clinic.
Alternatively, you can call the clinic on (01926) 695132
I went to Cape Road Dentist this week on 1st December for a Hygienist visit. I've used the dentist several times now and they consistently offer fantastic service.A warm and friendly check in service on the reception and my appointment started exactly in time. This was the first time I met Gina who was the hygienist on the dayGina really made the appointment more than just a dental appointment. She was incredibly thorough with checking my teeth, her consultative approach made me completely relaxed and aware of the whole process, she then gave guidance on how I can improve my brushing and dental care.I thoroughly recommend this dentist, my whole family uses them and if you are the type that gets a bit nervous about going to the dentist I would say that you are in safe, professional hands at Cape Rd Dental Practice.
This is the best dental practice I have been to. My family and I have been attending for 30 years or so now. The reception staff are always friendly and welcoming and Dominic and his dental nurse are always reassuring and put me at ease. Dominic is kind, efficient and thorough. Attending dental appointments no longer causes anxiety. I am happy to attend Cape Road Dental Practice regularly and wouldn't want to try anywhere else. Thank you for the excellent service you provide.
My visits to the Cape Road surgery are always pleasant. Everyone is always so nice and friendly. Appointments are always to time. The surroundings are always clean and tidy. The service is great and the staff are continually explaining what to expect during treatment. They also give good advice & educate on now to keep your teeth in good shape. I would recommend the Cape Road surgery to friends and family.
I have been with Cape Road Dental Practice since a child and specifically with Marcus for the last 18 years.I am an extremely nervous patient whom has required lots of dental work over the years in many forms, from root canals, to crowns and extractions.I have only praise and respect for Cape Road Dental Practice.I am always greeted with a warm and welcoming demeanour from the reception ladies, who are polite, accommodating and professional.Marcus always puts me at ease offering a warm and genuine welcome on arrival. He listens, understands, and is totally committed to his patients. I feel reassured that I will receive the best care and outcome whatever scenario presents.I have always been seen in any distressing circumstances at short notice, even throughout the pandemic. All my dental issues have been dealt with quickly, efficiently and professionally.I cannot recommend this Dental Practice and Marcus enough to anyone looking for a complete 24/7 5* service with a smile.
Since moving to the practice a few years ago, we've had excellent care. The staff are welcoming and friendly on reception, our dentist and her dental nurse are fabulous. Puts the children at ease and give excellent advice. Now we're here, we're not moving to go elsewhere. Thank you! You are all amazing 👏
Always excellent. Everyone at cape road dental practice is amazing! I saw the hygienist Lynn who was lovely and explained everything really well my dentist Lisa and her assistant Judy are wonderful. Lisa Michelle was fabulous as always as are Stella and Bonnie. Thanks to everyone at Cape Road, I am one happy customer., Greg
Having been a patient at Cape Road Dental practice for over 50 years, I have found both reception staff, dentists and hygienists to always be very welcoming, pleasant and very patient with me. Always in a good mood, happy to answer any questions that I’ve had. Dominic who has been my dentist for several years now is always very professional but also very calm and always very friendly. Danni who has again been hygienist for several years is absolutely amazing. Again, calm friendly and very much a people person, thorough and professional. She is a fantastic hygienist my teeth always feel great when I’ve had a visit with her.
I recently completed a fairly extensive course of treatment with Marcus and his team. This involved replacing an old implant and adding two more. I was involved in all decision making and every step was fully explained. Marcus is clearly a very skilled professional. He and the other staff at Cape Road were friendly and approachable. I'm thrilled to have a mouth full of robust teeth and I thoroughly recommend this practice to anyone considering dental work.
Excellent dentist practice.I have been attending for over 30 years. Always well looked after.Reception staff friendly and efficient. Beth (dentist) always explains what needs doing and why. The times I have needed an urgent appointment always been able to get one quickly. Highly recommend.
Quick, helpful, no nonsense service. Efficient communication with reminders about appointments. Would recommend.
The receptionists are always welcoming and friendly and greet everyone with a smile. The dentist and hygienist are also highly professional and make my appointment a pleasure to attend. I love the fact that all staff remember who I am as a person.Maybe they could give some advice to GP surgeries.
Can`t fault Cape Road Dental Practice in any way, you always go in on time for your appointment and the staff in all the departments are lovely.
Reception staff were friendly and welcoming. Seen on time. Hygienist was friendly and professional. Overall excellent service.
Very knowledgeable dentists & passionate hygienists who really do care! Been going for a while now and my teeth are much healthier following their specific advice. Would recommend highly...
I have no words for the kindness I’ve received from reception to dentist and hygienist appointment, I have an extreme phobia of dentists , and did not see one in 10+ years , I lost my smile , but thanks to Stella on reception talking to me lots of time I made my 1st appointment with Anna she has gone above and beyond and done an exceptional job on my teeth and thank you to danni I have lovey gums again , I 100% recommended this dentist, they are all outstanding
To say that I’m chuffed is an understatement! Had to have a wisdom tooth removed due to it being broken. Anna did an absolutely amazing job, made me feel very comfortable, explained the whole situation and had my tooth out in no time. I would recommend Anna to any one! Friendly staff all throughout!
I went to Cape Road Dentist this week on 1st December for a Hygienist visit. I've used the dentist several times now and they consistently offer fantastic service.A warm and friendly check in service on the reception and my appointment started exactly in time. This was the first time I met Gina who was the hygienist on the dayGina really made the appointment more than just a dental appointment. She was incredibly thorough with checking my teeth, her consultative approach made me completely relaxed and aware of the whole process, she then gave guidance on how I can improve my brushing and dental care.I thoroughly recommend this dentist, my whole family uses them and if you are the type that gets a bit nervous about going to the dentist I would say that you are in safe, professional hands at Cape Rd Dental Practice.
This is the best dental practice I have been to. My family and I have been attending for 30 years or so now. The reception staff are always friendly and welcoming and Dominic and his dental nurse are always reassuring and put me at ease. Dominic is kind, efficient and thorough. Attending dental appointments no longer causes anxiety. I am happy to attend Cape Road Dental Practice regularly and wouldn't want to try anywhere else. Thank you for the excellent service you provide.
My visits to the Cape Road surgery are always pleasant. Everyone is always so nice and friendly. Appointments are always to time. The surroundings are always clean and tidy. The service is great and the staff are continually explaining what to expect during treatment. They also give good advice & educate on now to keep your teeth in good shape. I would recommend the Cape Road surgery to friends and family.
I have been with Cape Road Dental Practice since a child and specifically with Marcus for the last 18 years.I am an extremely nervous patient whom has required lots of dental work over the years in many forms, from root canals, to crowns and extractions.I have only praise and respect for Cape Road Dental Practice.I am always greeted with a warm and welcoming demeanour from the reception ladies, who are polite, accommodating and professional.Marcus always puts me at ease offering a warm and genuine welcome on arrival. He listens, understands, and is totally committed to his patients. I feel reassured that I will receive the best care and outcome whatever scenario presents.I have always been seen in any distressing circumstances at short notice, even throughout the pandemic. All my dental issues have been dealt with quickly, efficiently and professionally.I cannot recommend this Dental Practice and Marcus enough to anyone looking for a complete 24/7 5* service with a smile.
Since moving to the practice a few years ago, we've had excellent care. The staff are welcoming and friendly on reception, our dentist and her dental nurse are fabulous. Puts the children at ease and give excellent advice. Now we're here, we're not moving to go elsewhere. Thank you! You are all amazing 👏
Always excellent. Everyone at cape road dental practice is amazing! I saw the hygienist Lynn who was lovely and explained everything really well my dentist Lisa and her assistant Judy are wonderful. Lisa Michelle was fabulous as always as are Stella and Bonnie. Thanks to everyone at Cape Road, I am one happy customer., Greg
Having been a patient at Cape Road Dental practice for over 50 years, I have found both reception staff, dentists and hygienists to always be very welcoming, pleasant and very patient with me. Always in a good mood, happy to answer any questions that I’ve had. Dominic who has been my dentist for several years now is always very professional but also very calm and always very friendly. Danni who has again been hygienist for several years is absolutely amazing. Again, calm friendly and very much a people person, thorough and professional. She is a fantastic hygienist my teeth always feel great when I’ve had a visit with her.
I recently completed a fairly extensive course of treatment with Marcus and his team. This involved replacing an old implant and adding two more. I was involved in all decision making and every step was fully explained. Marcus is clearly a very skilled professional. He and the other staff at Cape Road were friendly and approachable. I'm thrilled to have a mouth full of robust teeth and I thoroughly recommend this practice to anyone considering dental work.
Excellent dentist practice.I have been attending for over 30 years. Always well looked after.Reception staff friendly and efficient. Beth (dentist) always explains what needs doing and why. The times I have needed an urgent appointment always been able to get one quickly. Highly recommend.
Quick, helpful, no nonsense service. Efficient communication with reminders about appointments. Would recommend.
The receptionists are always welcoming and friendly and greet everyone with a smile. The dentist and hygienist are also highly professional and make my appointment a pleasure to attend. I love the fact that all staff remember who I am as a person.Maybe they could give some advice to GP surgeries.
Can`t fault Cape Road Dental Practice in any way, you always go in on time for your appointment and the staff in all the departments are lovely.
Reception staff were friendly and welcoming. Seen on time. Hygienist was friendly and professional. Overall excellent service.
Very knowledgeable dentists & passionate hygienists who really do care! Been going for a while now and my teeth are much healthier following their specific advice. Would recommend highly...
I have no words for the kindness I’ve received from reception to dentist and hygienist appointment, I have an extreme phobia of dentists , and did not see one in 10+ years , I lost my smile , but thanks to Stella on reception talking to me lots of time I made my 1st appointment with Anna she has gone above and beyond and done an exceptional job on my teeth and thank you to danni I have lovey gums again , I 100% recommended this dentist, they are all outstanding
To say that I’m chuffed is an understatement! Had to have a wisdom tooth removed due to it being broken. Anna did an absolutely amazing job, made me feel very comfortable, explained the whole situation and had my tooth out in no time. I would recommend Anna to any one! Friendly staff all throughout!
