Adult Inhalation Sedation

Inhalation sedation is suitable for most patients, although there are some instances where it might not be. We will take a medical history to ensure you’re suitable for this treatment. Please note that at this practice, we only provide this service to adult patients.

Sedation is most often administered via inhalation or IV, i.e. intravenously, although at The York Dental Suite we only offer inhalation.

On the day of your treatment, it’s very important that you let us know if you have a cold or a blocked nose, as inhalation sedation cannot be used in such instances. Otherwise, you can eat normally and take any regular medications in the lead up to your treatment, although you should avoid any alcohol. We also recommend wearing loose, comfy clothing and sensible footwear.

You can leave your appointment without accompaniment, but if possible, we recommend having someone with you to ensure you feel okay and get home safely afterwards. We also request that you do not bring young children with you.

The length of your treatment will depend on what you’re being treated for, but in most cases, appointments that involve using inhalation sedation take roughly 60-90 minutes.

With inhalation sedation, the effects will wear off between 15 and 30 minutes after your treatment.

Your dentist will discuss any aftercare needs regarding your treatment with you, but with inhalation sedation, you will be fully recovered and able to go back to work, eat and drink normally, and even drive within 15-30 minutes.

The cost of inhalation sedation will depend on the duration of your treatment, but we will be able to go through these costs with you when discussing your treatment plan.