Anaesthesia

New advances in dental medications have virtually eliminated the discomfort of dental procedures. There are several elements to creating a comfortable experience for your dental appointment.

Comfort and relaxation
The first step is to make you relaxed and comfortable. From the comfortable environment in our reception area to the soothing environment we have created around the dental chair, no detail is too small when your comfort is concerned. Our caring, professional staff are committed to creating a stress-free environment for your comfort.

Sedation
Some patients need a little help achieving a relaxed state. Nitrous oxide (“laughing gas”) is available when needed to make you more comfortable. Other patients have a high level of anxiety and choose conscious sedation (“Sleep Dentistry”).

Topical anaesthetic
A topical anaesthetic is used any time the surface of the gum needs to be “numbed,” such as easing the discomfort of a painful mouth sore or preparing a site for an injectable local anaesthetic.

Local anaesthetic
Modern fast-acting local anaesthetics, in conjunction with effective topical anaesthesia, have virtually eliminated the discomfort of “getting numb.” Local anesthetics are available in several strengths so you don't have to experience the “fat lip” sensation for hours after leaving the clinic.

Post-visit analgesics (pain-killers)
Generally, if there is any discomfort at all after a dental procedure, over-the-counter analgesics such as aspirin or other pain-killers are all that is needed. In exceptional circumstances, a prescription analgesic will be used.