Experience Stress-Free, Comfortable Dental Care
Dental anxiety or fear of the dentist can make it hard to book regular appointments, and delaying treatment often leads to bigger oral health problems. At our Fortitude Valley dental clinic, we prioritise your comfort and do everything we can to create a calm, relaxing environment—yet we understand that sometimes that’s not enough.
If you struggle with dental anxiety, a sensitive gag reflex, or discomfort during treatment, sleep dentistry (sedation dentistry) offers a safe and painless way to receive the care you need without the stress.
Sleep therapy options
We have 2 options of sleep therapy. For both procedures, you will not have any memory of the procedure. You’ll be able to
just enjoy your beautiful new smile!
IV Sedation (Twilight Sedation)
Our IV Sedation is performed safely in-clinic and is ideal for patients with dental anxiety or those needing a more comfortable, stress-free experience. Medication is administered directly through the vein, creating a deep sense of relaxation—often referred to as twilight sedation. While you remain conscious and able to follow simple instructions, you’ll feel calm, detached from the procedure, and unlikely to remember the treatment afterward. This form of sedation dentistry offers a smoother, quicker recovery, allowing you to head home with a responsible adult once your appointment is complete. IV sedation is a trusted option for pain-free, anxiety-free dental treatment at our Fortitude Valley dental clinic.
General Anaesthesia for Severe Dental Anxiety
For patients with extreme dental phobia, or when multiple dental treatments need to be completed in a single visit, general anaesthesia is the most effective sedation option. Under general anaesthesia, the patient is fully unconscious, allowing our dental team to complete all necessary procedures safely and efficiently without stress or discomfort. This level of sleep dentistry is ideal for longer appointments—typically two hours or more—and provides a completely pain-free experience for those who cannot tolerate dental treatment while awake. Once your dental procedures are completed, you will be guided through standard hospital recovery protocols before being cleared to go home. General anaesthesia offers a secure and controlled solution for patients seeking a truly anxiety-free dental experience at our Fortitude Valley dental clinic.
Treatment Benefits
Reduce or eliminate anxiety
Sleep dentistry helps calm nerves and reduce anxiety while the dentist performs the necessary procedures.
Painless, relaxing treatments
You won’t feel a thing during your procedures since your nerves will calm and you will not be fully awake.
Get multiple treatments done
With sedation dentistry techniques, our dental staff is able to perform all needed dental work and procedures during one appointment
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know
Yes, IV sedation is partly covered. Otherwise for general anaesthesia you might have some cover benefits with your health fund.
Most patients usually qualify, unless there is a complex medical history.
The minimum age for IV sedation is 12 years old.
No, an adult must accompany you home.
No, practitioners must meet required qualifications, and only dentists and dental specialists, who have been endorsed for conscious sedation, may use this technique in their practice.
Interest Free Payment Plans Available
Or Pay For Your Treatment Using Your Superannuation
* Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner.