Patient Comfort

We understand that some patients can find parts of dentistry overwhelming, scary or uncomfortable.

At Dentistry With A Smile our patient’s comfort is our first concern, throughout your visit.

Below are some of the ways that we can make your appointment more comfortable.

Numbing gel is applied to the gums prior to Local Anaesthetic being administered.

Local anaesthesia is used for routine procedures such as fillings or extractions.

The effects last approximately 2-4 hours.

A hand held inhaler is used to deliver the medication.

It reduces anxiety and pain and can be used before used Local Anaesthetic administration.

Penthrox is used for short term procedures and wears off quickly after use.

Intravenous sedation reduces anxiety and is administered via a vein, generally in the elbow.

Patients are unaware of the procedures being undertaken but are still able to follow simple instructions.

Patients must be accompanied home following treatment. They are not allowed to drive or work that day.

If this is something you are interested in, you will need to be assessed for suitability of this treatment which requires a consultation appointment.