SEDATION

Take a pill, feel the appointment melt away.

A small sedative tablet taken before your visit — by the time you sit in the chair, the anxiety is far behind. Moderate sedation for longer or more complex treatments in Barrie, Ontario.

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ONSET
1 hr pre-visit
ADD-ON
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RECOVERY
4–6 hrs
AFTERWARDS
Bring a driver
92% Patient comfort

— THE PROCEDURE

Light dreamy haze, no memory of the dental work.

About an hour before your visit, you take a prescribed tablet at home. By the time you walk in, you’re calm, drowsy, and unworried. You stay awake and can respond to instructions, but most patients have only fragmented memories of the procedure afterwards.

Oral sedation is ideal for moderate dental anxiety, longer multi-step appointments, or patients who don’t tolerate nitrous well. You’ll need a friend or family member to drive you home.

  • Take one tablet at home — you arrive already calm
  • Stay awake but deeply relaxed throughout
  • Most patients don't remember the procedure
  • Safe for adults — driver required for going home

— GOOD TO KNOW

Frequently asked questions

Not fully. You'll be deeply relaxed, possibly drowsy, and may drift in and out — but you can respond when we ask you to open or turn your head. We monitor your vitals throughout.

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Medically reviewed by Dr. Akeel Al-Dabboos

Information on this page is for educational purposes only and does not replace a professional consultation. Always consult a licensed dental professional for advice tailored to your situation.