How sleep dentistry can help?
For the right patient, sleep dentistry makes treatment far more manageable. Depending on your needs, it can offer:
reduced anxiety during treatment
the ability to sit through longer or more complex care comfortably
several treatments completed in one session, which can save you time and visits
care delivered in the comfort of our Melbourne CBD practice.
Whether sleep dentistry is right for you depends on your health and the treatment planned. Your dentist will help you decide.
Cost and health funds
The cost of sleep dentistry depends on the treatment you need and the type of sedation that suits you. Your dentist gives you a quote before anything goes ahead.
If you have extras cover, your fund may pay a benefit. What you get back depends on your level of cover.
We offer HICAPS on-the-spot claiming, so if you have private health extras cover you can claim at the practice on the day.
Book online, or call us on (03) 9663 3401 or 0432 908 818.
FAQs
What is sleep dentistry?
Sleep dentistry, also called sedation dentistry, uses medication to help you feel relaxed and comfortable during treatment. It can make dental care easier for patients with anxiety or more complex needs.
Who can benefit from sleep dentistry?
It can suit patients with dental anxiety, a strong gag reflex, difficulty sitting still, a low pain threshold, or those needing longer or more complex treatment.
What types of sedation do you offer?
At Happy Dentistry in Melbourne CBD we offer options including IV sedation, oral sedation, and inhalation sedation (happy gas), depending on your treatment and comfort level.
Will I be asleep during sleep dentistry?
With IV sedation, you will be in a deeply relaxed, drowsy state and may not remember the procedure, but you will still be responsive. It is different from general anaesthesia, where you are fully unconscious.
What happens after sedation or sleep dentistry?
After the procedure, you may feel groggy or slightly disoriented, so someone should accompany you home. Your dentist will give post-operative care instructions, including when to resume eating, and what activities to avoid. You’ll likely need to rest for the remainder of the day.
What treatments can be done under sleep dentistry?
Sleep dentistry can be used for procedures such as fillings, extractions, crowns, implants, and periodontal treatment, making it easier to complete multiple treatments in one visit.
How should I prepare for a sleep dentistry appointment?
Preparation typically includes avoiding food or drink for a specified period before the procedure, arranging for someone to drive you home, disclosing your full medical history and medications, and following any instructions from your dentist or sedation provider.
