Dental Sedation

At Northumberland Dental Care, we know that visiting the dentist can be a source of anxiety for many patients. The thought of undergoing dental treatments may evoke feelings of fear or discomfort, and that’s completely normal. To ensure that every patient feels at ease, we offer sedation services, making your dental experience as comfortable and stress-free as possible. What is Dental Sedation? Dental sedation is a technique used to help patients relax during dental procedures. There are two primary types of sedation available at Northumberland Dental Care: Conscious Sedation: This is the most common form of sedation. Administered intravenously, conscious sedation helps you to relax significantly. You may feel drowsy and, in some cases, drift into a light sleep. Despite this, you remain responsive and can communicate if necessary. Our team monitors you closely throughout the entire procedure to ensure your safety and comfort, and the sedation is carefully reversed once

Dealing with nervousness and anxiety when facing a dental visit is very common. Each person experiences dental anxiety in different ways. If you are an anxious dental patient, however, there are many strategies that can help you to cope. Dr Chris Ford, general dentist at Northumberland Dental Care, has particular expertise in dental sedation and pain management. Dr Ford works alongside Professor Michael Carey, Anaesthetist, to provide sedation to patients of our practice. Below, Dr Ford has answered your most frequently asked questions about sedation for nervous patients.    Am I suitable for dental sedation? Dental sedation is an option for those who suffer with high amounts of fear, nervousness or anxiety about dental treatments. Dr Chris Ford provides intravenous sedation for adults aged 15 – 65 who are fit and well. This can be used for treatments such as simple extractions, surgical extractions, restorations and cleanings. While there is no specific

Dealing with nervousness and anxiety when facing a dental visit is very common. Each person experiences dental anxiety in different ways. If you are an anxious dental patient, however, there are many strategies that can help you to cope. Our new general dentist, Dr Chris Ford, has particular expertise in dental sedation and pain management. Here, he answers your most frequently asked questions about sedation for nervous patients.  Am I suitable for dental sedation? Dental sedation is an option for those who suffer with high amounts of fear, nervousness or anxiety about dental treatments. Dr Chris Ford provides intravenous sedation for adults aged 15 – 65 who are fit and well. This can be used for treatments such as simple extractions, surgical extractions, restorations and cleanings. While there is no specific treatment that requires dental sedation, you may want to avail of the option if you do experience anxiety when undergoing dental treatment. It all depends on your wants an