Archeologists have found evidence of the first dental fillings from between 7,500 and 9,000 years ago
Archeologists have found evidence of the first dental fillings from between 7,500 and 9,000 years ago
Sedation dentistry to ease fear and anxiety
We offer various forms of sedation
- In Chair Sedation
- Referral for Intravenous Sedation
As we are located within a health facility we also have access to medical doctors who can offer other forms pharmacological sedation where appropriate.
Dental anxiety is a very real barrier to oral health. Approximately 16% of Australian adults have high dental anxiety. Dental anxiety not only results in poorer oral health, but also to reduced frequency of dental visiting. People with dental anxiety are afraid to visit the dentist and are also more likely to cancel a dental appointment or fail to attend on the day of the appointment.
In chair sedation
Need something to take the edge off your anxiety for your appointment? For those who suffer anxiety during treatment, In chair sedation can be a simple & safe solution. Contact us for more details.
Intravenous sedation
Referral for Intravenous sedation
Some people prefer not to have dentistry work performed while awake. In these instances, we can refer you to a specialist anaesthetist to administer intravenous (IV) sedation for your appointment. IV sedation will put you in a semi-awake state, and you will have little memory of the treatment.
Why we can support you with dental anxiety
Multiple Sedation Options Available
In addition to In chair sedation and IV sedation, our facility also has medical doctors who can offer oral sedation options where appropriate.
Caring And Supportive Staff
Comfortable and welcoming facility
Our practice in Woodville South
Adelaide Dental Solutions is at Suite 1, 850 Port Rd, Woodville South — in the same precinct as the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, with parking on site.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of sedation dentistry are available?
Oral sedation given by a doctor will make you drowsy but you’ll still be able to stay awake.
IV sedation is administered intravenously, and will put you in a semi-awake state, where you will be able to respond to verbal commands and physical touch, but are unlikely to have any memory of the procedure.
Will I need to go to hospital for IV sedation?
No, ‘in most cases’ the anaesthetist can perform the sedation onsite
How much will IV sedation cost?
Can a dentist perform IV sedation?
Can I drive after my appointment?
For inhaled sedation, you may be able to drive but we recommend bringing someone with you in case it causes you to feel nauseous or drowsy. For oral and IV sedation you will need someone else to drive you home.
In pain now?
Visit us at Suite 1, 850 Port Rd, Woodville South. We'll give you honest advice about what can wait and what can't, and a clear written quote before any treatment begins.
Our practice in Woodville South
Adelaide Dental Solutions is at Suite 1, 850 Port Rd, Woodville South — in the same precinct as the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, with parking on site.
