Why choose inhalation sedation?
- It's very effective
- It is a very comfortable experience - you simply breathe in through a nosepiece
- It is completely safe. You can't overdose on gas and air.
- There are no after-effects - you can drive home after about 15 minutes (although we recommend you have somebody to accompany you).
Is inhalation sedation safe?
Yes. When performed by expert dentists like ourselves, this procedure is completely safe. The gas and air mixture quickly leaves the body as soon as you breathe in one or two breaths of ordinary air. There are also no adverse after-effects to worry about.
What about children?
Of course, you want your child to be as happy and calm as possible during any dental treatment. That's why we will recommend inhalation sedation in some cases. The 'happy air' they inhale through the small nosepiece will make them feel warm, relaxed and at ease. (It may even make them giggle.) Whilst your child may feel sleepy, they will not go to sleep. Obviously, this is a much safer alternative to general anaesthetic.
Does it cost more to have inhalation sedation?
Charges depend on the treatment required - unless you're under 18 years' old or otherwise exempt from NHS charges.