Oral sedation
You take a prescribed medication before your appointment that helps you feel calm, drowsy, and deeply relaxed. You'll be awake but won't feel anxious — and most patients remember very little of the procedure afterward.
Sedation dentistry
What if you could sleep through the whole thing?
Sedation dentistry lets you relax — or sleep — through your entire procedure. No anxiety, no pain, no memory of the visit. Just results.
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Sedation isn't just for the scared
Most of our implant patients — whether they're getting All-on-4, full arch, or same day implants — choose some form of sedation. It makes longer procedures more comfortable and allows us to complete more work in a single visit.
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You wake up with new teeth
When it's over, we'll gently bring you back. You'll be groggy but comfortable. Your ride takes you home, and within a day or two you're back to normal — with a brand new smile and no memory of the procedure.
IV sedation
Administered by a trained sedation professional, IV sedation puts you into a deep state of relaxation. You'll drift in and out of sleep throughout the procedure and likely won't remember any of it. It's ideal for longer treatments like All-on-4 or full arch implants.
General anaesthesia
For patients who want to be completely asleep, general anaesthesia is available for more complex cases. It's the deepest level of sedation and is performed with a qualified anaesthesia team.
Here's how it actually goes
We give you clear instructions ahead of time — what to eat, when to take your medication, and what to wear. You'll need someone to drive you home. When you arrive, we get you settled and administer the sedation. Within minutes you'll feel calm and relaxed, and Dr. Alex and Tom handle the implants and teeth while you rest.
Don't take our word for it
I could not be happier with my experience with Renew! Tom and his staff are very knowledgeable and an absolute pleasure to deal with. They even went above and beyond for me during an emergency after-hours issue. If you are considering implants, I highly recommend Tom and his team.
Tom Szarski and his staff were excellent. I'm so happy I had this procedure done. I should have done this years ago.
I was incredibly impressed with Tom and his entire team. From start to finish, I felt extremely well taken care of. Everyone was welcoming, helpful, and friendly. The pricing was very fair, and there were no surprises. I highly recommend Renew to anyone looking for exceptional care.
Questions, answered
Is dental sedation safe?
Yes. All sedation at Renew is administered by trained professionals and monitored throughout the procedure. We'll review your medical history during your consultation and recommend the level of sedation that's safest and most appropriate for you.
Will I be completely asleep?
It depends on the type of sedation. Oral sedation keeps you deeply relaxed but technically awake. IV sedation puts most patients in and out of sleep. General anaesthesia means you're fully asleep.
How long does it take to recover from sedation?
The effects of oral sedation can linger for several hours after the procedure. IV sedation wears off relatively quickly but you'll still feel groggy. Either way, you'll need someone to drive you home. Plan for a restful afternoon.
