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About Hills Dental Care

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Accreditation

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Services

Same Day Smile Transformation

Dental Implants

Sleep Dentistry / Pain Free Dentistry

Cosmetic Dentistry Sydney

 

General Dentistry

Preventive Dental Care

Teeth Whitening

 

Children Dentistry

Children's Dentist Castle Hill

Dentist Castle Hill

Dr. Michael To

Dr. Michael To

Winston Stone

Dental Prosthetist
Winston Stone

Tara Canton

Dental therapist and hygienist
Tara Canton

Riya Patel

Dental therapist and hygienist
Riya Patel

Genevieve

Practice Manager
Genevieve

Isabelle

Senior Clinical Coordinator
Isabelle

Spencer

Senior Clinical Coordinator
Spencer

Melissa

Clinical coordinator
Melissa

Suzanah

Clinical coordinator

Suzanah

Talia

Clinical coordinator
Talia

Comfortable and Safe Sleep Dentistry

Forget the fear and anxiety. Wake up when it’s all over.

We understand many people suffer fear or anxiety at the thought of facing dental treatment. Sleep dentistry (also known as sedation dentistry, conscious sedation, or twilight dentistry) puts you into a drowsy, dream-like state to make your visit more comfortable and relaxing.

Our highly trained and qualified Specialist Anaesthetist will give you a carefully measured combination of pain and anxiety-relieving drugs through IV sedation dentistry or other tailored methods to help you relax and stay calm. Once you’ve experienced the reassuring effects of sleep dentistry, you’ll never fear a trip to the dentist again.

Who can benefit from sleep dentistry?

Sleep dentistry can be of great benefit if you:

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    are afraid of needles and injections.

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    dislike the smells, tastes and noises of dental treatment.

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    gag or have difficulty keeping your mouth open.

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    dislike the vibration or sound of the drill.

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    have had bad dental experiences in the past.

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    have sensitive teeth or gums.

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    dislike any other aspect of dental treatment.

    What to expect undergoing sedation dentistry

    Am I required to go to hospital?

    No, sleep dentistry doesn’t require hospitalisation. Your treatment is performed in our practice and is safer than a general anaesthetic.

    You won’t require any assistance breathing on your own; the aim is to help you reach a state of calm relaxation and drowsiness, so your treatment can be carried out with ease. You’ll remember very little once everything is over.

    What do I need to do before being sedated?

    You’ll need to be accompanied by a responsible adult who can take you home and stay with you for the rest of the day.

    You will also need to fast for oral sedation dentistry and IV sedation dentistry, which means no food OR drink in the six hours before your appointment.

    What do I wear?

    You should wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothes.

    What happens while I’m under dental sedation?

    During your sedation dentistry procedure, our Specialist Anaesthetist will adjust the sedation levels to keep you in a relaxed, dream-like state. Your vital signs are monitored throughout the sleep dentistry process to ensure you are safe.

    What happens when the sedation wears off?

    Just like when asleep, you will slowly awaken. It is not unusual for you to feel sleepy for a few hours afterwards, which is why you’ll need someone to look after you.

    Safety of sedation dentistry

    At Hills Dental Care, your safety is our top priority. Whether you opt for oral sedation dentistry or IV sedation dentistry, you can rest assured that our procedures are carried out according to the highest standards of safety. Our Specialist Anaesthetist is present throughout your treatment, using advanced technology and adhering to strict protocols for your sedation dentistry in Sydney.

    Looking for “safe dental sedation near me”? At Hills Dental Care, we ensure your treatment is both pain-free and safe, giving you peace of mind every step of the way. Offering dentist sedation in the North Shore and the broader Sydney area, we maintain the highest standards of care in all our procedures.

    Experience stress-free dental care with sleep dentistry

    Looking for sedation dentistry near me? At Hills Dental Care, we provide a calm and comfortable experience for all of our patients. If fear or anxiety has kept you from the dentist in the past, it’s time to explore the benefits of our dentist sedation services. Contact Hills Dental Care today to schedule your consultation.

    Learn more about how we can make your dental visit a relaxing experience by visiting our pages on Sleep Dentistry for Sydney and Why Sleep Dentistry is the Perfect Solution for your specific dental care needs.

    FAQs

    What is sleep dentistry, and how does it work?

    Sleep dentistry involves using medication to help patients relax during dental procedures. While you won’t be fully asleep, you will be in a deeply relaxed state, often with little to no memory of the procedure. The type of sedation used can vary, from mild oral sedation dentistry methods that use nitrous oxide to more potent options such as IV sedation dentistry.

    Who is a good candidate for sleep dentistry?

    Sleep dentistry is ideal for patients who experience severe dental anxiety, have a low pain threshold or require extensive dental work. It’s also beneficial for those who have difficulty sitting still or a strong gag reflex. If you’ve ever avoided visiting the dentist due to any of these reasons, dentist sedation might be the solution you need for a calm and relaxing experience.

    Is sleep dentistry the same as sedation dentistry?

    Yes, sleep dentistry and sedation dentistry are essentially the same. Both terms refer to the use of sedation techniques, such as IV sedation dentistry, that help patients relax during dental procedures. Depending on the patient’s needs, sedation can range from mild relaxation to a deeper sleep-like state, but you will remain conscious and responsive.

    How safe is sleep dentistry for anxious patients?

    Sleep dentistry is a very safe option for anxious patients when performed by experienced professionals like those at Hills Dental Care. Our team monitors your vital signs and takes every precaution to minimise risks throughout your procedure, making sedation dentistry a reliable solution for those who fear dental visits.