Gentle, stress-free dental care in a calm and supportive environment
At Gisborne Family Dental, we offer sleep dentistry and sedation dentistry to help make dental visits more comfortable. If you’ve delayed treatment due to anxiety or discomfort, this might be the approach that finally changes how you feel about coming to the dentist.
Imagine drifting into a peaceful sleep and waking up with your treatment complete, no stress, no pain, and no memory of the procedure. Modern sedation techniques make this possible, all under the care of experienced professionals.
When is sleep dentistry a good option?
Sleep dentistry isn’t just for complex procedures. It can also help if you’ve had a difficult experience in the past or feel anxious about dental care.
It particularly helps patients who:
- Experience dental anxiety or phobia
- Have a strong gag reflex or difficulty sitting still
- Require multiple or complex dental treatments in one session
- Have had traumatic dental experiences in the past
Sleep dentistry allows our team to provide high-quality care while you remain in a calm, relaxed state. It’s a safe and supportive way to receive the care you need without stress.
Dental procedures commonly performed under sedation
Many treatments can be safely and comfortably completed under sedation, especially those that are longer or more complex, such as:
These treatments can often be completed in fewer appointments, and with reduced discomfort and anxiety for the patient.
Talk to Us About Sleep Dentistry
If you’re looking for a sleep dentist in Gisborne, contact our team today. We’ll help you explore your options and support you every step of the way.
Tel: (03) 8595 1888
Address: Shops 4–6, 10–20 Aitken St, Gisborne 3437 (Next to Coles Gisborne)
Supporting patients with dental anxiety
If you’ve had a difficult experience in the past or avoided the dentist for a long time, sleep dentistry can help break that cycle. It’s like hitting a reset button, allowing you to rebuild trust and confidence in dental care.
At Gisborne Family Dental, we take your comfort seriously. Every step of your visit is designed to be calm, supportive and unhurried. You’ll be looked after by a caring team that listens to your concerns and helps you feel in control again.
We treat all patients with the utmost care and support many in overcoming dental anxiety, including children, teens and adults.
Ongoing care after sedation dentistry
Once your dental treatment is complete, our focus shifts to prevention and maintenance. With your oral health back on track, you can comfortably return for regular check-ups, often just twice a year. Early detection of problems allows for quicker, easier treatments moving forward.
We can also support long-term care with tailored maintenance plans, especially if you have a history of gum disease or wear orthodontic plates or braces.
We can help you achieve the smile you want.
FAQs
Sleep dentistry involves using sedation techniques that allow you to remain in a deeply relaxed state during your dental treatment. In most cases, patients do not remember the procedure.
Yes. Sedation dentistry is very safe when administered by trained professionals. We carefully assess your medical history and monitor you throughout the procedure to ensure your safety and comfort.
Sleep dentistry is commonly used for procedures like wisdom teeth removal, dental implants, fillings, and crowns, especially if multiple treatments are required.
Most patients have little to no memory of the treatment itself. This is one of the reasons sleep dentistry is so beneficial for patients with dental anxiety.
You’ll receive detailed instructions before your appointment. On the day, you’ll be cared for in a calm environment, monitored throughout the procedure, and supported during your recovery.
If you experience dental phobia, require complex treatment, or have difficulty coping with dental visits, you may be a good candidate. Our team can help you determine if it’s right for you.
