Sedation Dentist In Stoke-On-Trent & Staffordshire
Nervous about the dentist? Our experienced sedation team treats patients of all anxiety levels, with both IV sedation and inhalation (gas and air) sedation available in the practice. Dr Gary Wu has treated over 1,000 patients under sedation, helping nervous patients across Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire get the dental care they need in comfort.
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What Is Sedation Dentistry?
Sedation dentistry uses a prescribed sedative to help you relax during dental treatment. It’s excellent for extremely nervous patients or those with a dental phobia. The sedative is given either as an injection into the back of the hand (IV sedation with midazolam) or as a gas you breathe in (inhalation sedation with nitrous oxide). Both techniques are proven to be very safe, and all our staff meet current GDC guidelines for sedation.
We always explain everything to you in advance and do our best to make your treatment as comfortable as possible. At Kidsgrove Dental, we provide sedation for nervous patients across Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Cheshire, and Kidsgrove, and we also accept referrals from local dentists who don’t offer sedation.
Benefits Of Dental Sedation
Sedation helps nervous patients feel calm, comfortable and in control.
A deep state of relaxation during treatment
Little or no memory of the procedure with IV sedation
No needles needed to start inhalation sedation
Quicker recovery with gas and air sedation
Not a general anaesthetic – you stay responsive
Ideal for longer treatments like dental implants
Who Is Sedation For?
Sedation can help anyone who finds dental treatment stressful – from mild nerves to a severe dental phobia.
- Patients with dental anxiety or dental phobia
- Anyone who has avoided the dentist for years
- Patients with a strong gag reflex or fear of needles
- Longer or more complex treatments, such as dental implants
- Patients who have had a bad dental experience in the past
- Patients referred by dentists who don't offer sedation
Kidsgrove Dental welcomes nervous patients from Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Cheshire, and Kidsgrove.
How Dental Sedation Works
A calm, carefully managed experience from start to finish
01
Consultation
We talk through your worries, check your medical history and explain your sedation options in advance, so you know exactly what to expect.
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Sedation
Your sedative is given by injection into the back of the hand (IV) or as gas and air through a nose piece. You’ll feel deeply relaxed and floaty – but not knocked out.
03
Treatment & Recovery
Sedation is not a general anaesthetic – you remain relaxed and responsive throughout. Local anaesthetic is usually still used to numb the area being treated.
Your Sedation Options
We offer two types of sedation, and we’ll recommend the one that suits your level of anxiety and the treatment you need. Flexible payment plans, including 0% finance, are available to help spread the cost of your treatment.
| IV Sedation | Inhalation Sedation (Gas & Air) | |
|---|---|---|
| How it’s given | Injection into the back of the hand | Breathed in through a nose piece |
| Sedative used | Midazolam | Nitrous oxide |
| How you’ll feel | Deeply relaxed, little memory of treatment | Relaxed and calm |
| Effect | Long-lasting | Wears off quickly |
| Escort needed | Yes | Not usually |
| Best for | Severe anxiety, longer treatments | Mild to moderate anxiety, needle-free start |
| IV Sedation | Price on consultation |
| Inhalation Sedation | Price on consultation |
Meet Your Sedation Dentist
We are committed to providing the highest quality patient care, and are incredibly fortunate to have a team of passionate and dedicated staff. Why not come and meet our incredible Kidsgrove Dental team!
Why Choose Kidsgrove Dental For Sedation?
High-quality private dental care with convenient appointments and a focus on patient comfort.
Dental Phobia Certified Dentist:
Dr Gary Wu is Dental Phobia Certified, with over 18 years' experience treating patients under sedation.
Over 1,000 Patients Treated
Dr Wu has treated over 1,000 patients using sedation techniques, and most of our dental phobic patients are extremely satisfied with their care.
IV & Inhalation Sedation On-Site
We are fortunate to have the facilities to provide both intravenous and inhalation sedation in the practice.
Fully Trained Team
All our staff are fully trained to support dental treatment under sedation and meet current GDC guidelines.
Everything Under One Roof
From fillings to dental implants, treatment is carried out by Dr Gary Wu – with dignity, respect, patience and quality dentistry.
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Sedation Dentistry FAQs
What Is Sedation?
Sedation is excellent for extremely nervous patients or those with a dental phobia. We use a sedative agent to relax you – either nitrous oxide, which is inhaled, or midazolam, which is injected into the back of the hand. These techniques are proven to be very safe, and all our staff meet current GDC guidelines for sedation.
What Does Sedation Feel Like?
Am I Knocked Out During Sedation?
No. Sedation is not a general anaesthetic. General anaesthetic is now only available in a hospital setting, and most hospitals will not carry out routine dental procedures under it. With sedation you stay relaxed and responsive throughout.
What Types Of Sedation Do You Offer?
Will I Remember The Treatment?
Will I Still Need An Injection?
Inhalation sedation needs no needles to start the sedation. Local anaesthetic is usually still given to numb the area being treated, but most patients are relaxed enough by then not to mind.
Do I Need Someone To Take Me Home?
Which Treatments Can I Have Under Sedation?
Most treatments, from fillings to dental implants, can be carried out under sedation by Dr Gary Wu.
Do You Accept Referrals?
Yes. We accept referrals from local dentists who do not offer sedation to their patients.
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