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Sedation Dentistry for Anxious Patients - Brigstock Dental - Implant & Specialist Referral Centre | Dentist in Thornton Heath, Croydon
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Sedation Dentistry for Dentally Anxiety Patients in South London.

Brigstock Dental is a centre of excellence for those looking for a sedation dentist, sedation dentistry, IV (intravenous) sedation, or a dental-phobic certified dentist. Whether you have a fear of dentist needles, rotten teeth,  a dental phobia or need IV sedation for wisdom teeth extraction, we are one of the UK’s leading clinics. We are one of the only clinics in London able to perform specialist root canal treatment under intravenous sedation.

Many people are worried and anxious when they think about having dental treatment. This can stem from many things, the main ones being:

  • Traumatic previous experiences.
  • The fear of pain.
  • Being worried about needles.
  • The fear of the unknown.
  • The fear of not being in control.
  • The gagging feeling that can be associated with impressions.

Dental sedation may be the solution to all of your worries.

FAQs

What is sedation?

Sedation is when a powerful sedative is administered that helps you relax and calms you down. It’s so powerful that you are pretty much asleep during the procedure, and you don’t care what’s going on around you. It’s not like general anaesthesia, where you are fully unconscious. You are still able to speak and listen to commands. This is much better as it is a lot safer, quicker and easier to perform. Once the procedure is over, we stop administering the drug, and you regain consciousness.

What if I wake up during the procedure?

The drugs work very quickly, almost instantly and wear off slowly over a period of around 30 minutes. We can see you getting more and more awake, so you never just suddenly wake up. If we feel you need more, it’s easy to top you up, and the best thing about the treatment is that you won’t remember a thing. So you will just think you came in and went home!

What drug do you use?

We use Midazolam, which is a short-acting Benzodiazepine. It comes from the same family as diazepam and valium.

How do you administer it?

It is administered through a vein, usually in your arm.

Will I get a hangover?

No, it’s not like alcohol. The effects wear off pretty quickly.

Is it safe?

Benzodiazepines are widely used drugs and have been around for a very long time. They are very safe, and adverse reactions are extremely rare. Your dentist will ensure you do not have any medical contraindications before prescribing it to you.

Is there any other important information?

You will need someone to pick you up after the procedure and look after you. You will probably feel sleepy, and we recommend that you do not drive for 24 hours after the procedure. This also includes operating any heavy machinery, making important financial decisions and anything that is deemed dangerous.

Who provides the sedation?

Davesh Patel is our sedation dentist who, in 2016, completed a year-long sedation certification at Guys Hospital, a recognised world-leading institute in dental sedation. He has a warm and empathetic nature and is able to provide a full range of dental treatments, including dental implants.

We at Brigstock Dental have a friendly and professional team, large ground-floor treatment rooms, a dedicated recovery area, and free parking just outside to facilitate safe and efficient treatment.

How do I book a consultation?

You can ask your dentist to refer online via our website or you can book a sedation consultation via our online booking system.

 

For more information regarding this treatment
Contact Us OR Call 020 8689 6171
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“Had an appointment today with Reza to replace a filling. The dentist took his time to explain the process and also regularly checked if I was okay. It was a pleasant experience and I am very pleased of the outcome....”

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Priscille Louison.

“I am extremely pleased with the treatment I had. I expressed my mistrust in dentists because of past experience and Dr Hassan assured me he would do the best for me. He talked me through each step of the procedure...”

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Derek Fox.

“I had a root canal treatment done here by Dr Kreena Patel & her team & I cannot speak highly enough of them all. Very professional, thorough & kind, charming & VERY efficient. Root canal procedure is never a "pleasure"...”

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Amit Kumar.

“I’ve been with Brigstock dental practise for over 10yrs and even though I’ve moved from the neighbourhood I didn’t change it because their service is exceptional. The receptionists are always friend and very polite and Rudy is an amazing dentist....”

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Joyce Adjei.

“The care and service at Brigstock Dental is great. Dr Rudy is always on time, kind, patient, professional and thorough. His dental nurse is also very lovely and has been there for many years. The reception staff are always helpful....”

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Sheena Shah.

“Brigstock is a great dental practice. The staff are always friendly and professional. I used to be a nervous patient but not anymore. I am grateful to be a regular patient at this dentist.”

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Clive Minto.

“I've been coming to Brigstock Dental practice for over 10 years now. I cannot fault them. I always received excellent dental care and wonderful customer service from all the front desk staff. I had a filling done with Dr Rudy...”

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Pauline Laud.

“Great dental practice! Dr Sangeetha and her nurse Salma are just the best ever! During my appointment I felt more like in SPA rather than in a dentist chair due to an absolutely painless treatment and very calm, friendly atmosphere....”

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Nina Morrison.

“I recently visited Dr. Hassan for a crown and was impressed by the entire experience. Dr. Hassan was very professional and took the time to explain each procedure clearly. He was patient, attentive, and showed great care in ensuring my...”

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Maryam Malik.

“Reza my dentist was amazing he made sure at every step that I was ok as he knew I was anxious. My tooth looks like a new tooth. He clearly cares about his profession and it shows. The receptionist are...”

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