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Sedation dentistry comes in various forms, our clinic provides state of the art, reliable IV sedation which makes your dental visit comfortable and anxiety free.

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What is IV Sedation?

I.V. sedation, or intravenous sedation, is a method of administering sedative medications through a vein to help patients relax and feel more comfortable during dental procedures.

It is a type of conscious sedation that allows patients to remain responsive but relaxed and drowsy. IV sedation is administered by your dentist - a trained and licensed healthcare professional. In addition, a sedation team includes a dental assistant and a monitoring assistant who reads the patient's vitals. As a result, patients remain conscious and able to respond to commands but may not remember much of the procedure.

IV sedation is used for patients with high anxiety or fear about dental procedures or for procedures expected to be lengthy or uncomfortable. It can also be used for patients who have difficulty sitting still, have a strong gag reflex, or need to undergo multiple procedures in one visit.

What are the benefits of IV Sedation?

1 Reduced anxiety and fear and increases patient comfort: IV sedation can help patients with a high level of anxiety or fear about dental procedures feel more at ease and reduce their anxiety.

2 Relaxation: IV sedation can help patients to feel relaxed and calm during the procedure, reducing anxiety and discomfort.

3 Pain management: IV sedation can help to reduce pain during dental procedures, making the experience more comfortable for the patient.

4 Reduced memory of the procedure: Patients who undergo IV sedation may not remember much of the procedure, which can benefit those who fear the dentist.

5 More prolonged procedures: IV sedation can allow patients to undergo longer or more complex procedures, such as multiple extractions or full-mouth rehabilitation, in one appointment. I.V. sedation makes it possible to complete more extensive work in one appointment and reduces the need for multiple appointments, saving patients time and money.

6 Reduced gag reflex: IV sedation can help patients who have a strong gag reflex to relax and reduce the likelihood of gagging during the procedure.

Why IV Sedation

Dental anxiety is very common, some studies suggest that up to 75% of patients have some form of dental anxiety. Patients with dental anxiety are shown to have up to 2x less oral health related quality of life.

Dental Health vs. Dental Anxiety

A decrease in dental anxiety leads to improved oral health related quality of life. This is where Midtown Sedation comes in, we are here to perform high quality dentistry with the adjunct of sedation dentistry. We are here to improve your oral health and in turn your overall well being.

Best Dental Treatments for IV Sedation

To some people, even the slightest thought of going to the dentist makes them anxious. This is not an uncommon feeling.

Midtown is here to tell you that you are not alone. In fact, there have been reports of up to 75% of people fearing dental appointments from one degree or another.

1 Dental surgery and wisdom teeth removal

2 Dental implants and veneers

3 Root canals

4 Lengthy, complicated procedures where gag reflexes pose challenges

5 For people with developmental disabilities

6 Regular dental anxiety with any dental treatment

IF YOU’RE UNCERTAIN IF IV SEDATION IS FOR YOU - WE’RE HERE TO HELP

Our Team

Our drive is to make dentistry available for those who fear the dentist and to provide high quality dental care so that these individuals can still have a high quality of life.

We believe that dentistry doesn't have to be feared. The patient experience has not evolved drastically over the years, but Midtown Sedation is here to break down the barrier of fear, which may stand in your way in obtaining dental care. Let us improve your overall well-being by being the source of your dental care.

Dr. Vikas Khanna

BMed. Sc., DDS, GPR Cert.

Dr. Amreesh Khanna

Bmed. Sc., DDS, GPR Cert.

Dr. Aaron Liu

DMD, GPR Cert.

Both Dr. Vik and Dr. Amreesh are key active members of the Alberta Dental Society of Anesthesiology, a society dedicated to the safety and improvement of dental sedation procedures throughout Alberta.

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Midtown Sedation responds to online inquiries within 48 hours. For urgent matters please contact us immediately by telephone or email.

MISSION

320, 23^RD AVENUE SW
CALGARY, ALBERTA T2S 0J2
403.228.5629

DOWNTOWN

401 9^TH AVENUE SW
CALGARY, ALBERTA T2P 3C5
403.269.2272

info@midtownsedation.com