Overcoming Dental Anxiety
Visiting the dentist can be a source of anxiety for many people in our local Narre Warren community. If you have been putting off treatment because of fear, Dr Tony has a solution that might change your perspective entirely. We offer a “sleep dentistry” option that allows you to have your dental work completed while you are blissfully asleep, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience from start to finish.
A Safe and Thorough Process
Your safety is our highest priority. Before any treatment begins, we conduct thorough pre-screens to ensure that sleep dentistry is a safe and suitable option for you. Once these health checks are complete, you will meet with our specialist anaesthetist who will guide you through the process, including simple instructions like fasting for a few hours before your appointment. This careful preparation ensures that everything runs perfectly smoothly on the day.
Drifting Off to Sleep
When you arrive at our clinic, our general anaesthetic nurse will prepare you with all the necessary monitoring equipment to keep a close eye on you while you doze off. Once you are asleep, Dr Tony and the team can perform all your required treatments in one go. Because you are completely relaxed, we can often work faster and more efficiently, meaning you wake up with your dental work finished without having felt a thing.
Recovery and Results
After your treatment is complete, the anaesthetist will wake you up, and you will spend about half an hour to an hour recovering in our care. It is normal to feel a little groggy, so you will need to arrange for a friend or family member to drive you home. Most patients find that this grogginess fades quickly, and by the day after next, you should be back to your normal routine—just with a healthier, happier smile.
Is Sleep Dentistry Right for You?
If you are nervous about dental visits or simply want to get a lot of work done efficiently, sleep dentistry could be the answer. Call us on (03) 8820 1115.
