Sedation

Dental Anxiety? IV Sedation Can Help You during treatment.

For many patients, dental visits can be stressful or even frightening. At Raby Road Dental Centre, we offer IV sedation, a safe and effective private dental option that helps you feel relaxed and comfortable during treatment.

Whether you need routine care, complex restorative work, or multiple procedures at once, IV sedation allows you to receive treatment without fear or discomfort.

Need more information about sedation? Share your details below and a dentist will be in touch to discuss with you at your preferred time.

Why Choose IV Sedation?

IV sedation provides a deep state of relaxation while keeping you safe and responsive. Unlike general anaesthesia, you remain conscious but completely calm.

Benefits include:

  • Reduced anxiety and stress during treatment

  • Ability to undergo longer or multiple procedures in one visit

  • Maximum comfort during procedures

  • Faster recovery compared to general anaesthesia

IV sedation is suitable for most adults who need help managing dental anxiety or complex treatments.

Please note: IV sedation is a private dental option, with fees starting from £450 per hour, depending on the treatment required.

Meet Our Anaesthetist – Dr Anna Williams

All IV sedation at Raby Road Dental Centre is administered by Dr Anna Williams, a highly experienced consultant anaesthetist with 16 years of clinical experience.

Dr Williams is passionate about providing exceptional patient care, staying at the forefront of medical advancements and techniques to deliver the best possible outcomes. She takes the time to:

  • Listen to patients’ concerns

  • Explain procedures and sedation options clearly

  • Tailor care to individual needs for maximum comfort and safety

With Dr Williams overseeing sedation, patients can feel confident and reassured throughout their treatment.

Your Consultation – £95

During your consultation, your dentist and Dr Anna Williams will:

  • Assess your medical history and suitability for IV sedation

  • Explain the sedation process and what to expect

  • Discuss the dental procedures you need

  • Create a personalised plan to ensure your comfort and safety

Our team uses state-of-the-art monitoring equipment throughout the procedure to maintain the highest safety standards.

How IV Sedation Works

  1. A small IV line is inserted into your arm

  2. Sedative medication is administered, allowing you to relax deeply

  3. You remain conscious but calm as the dentist completes your treatment

  4. After the procedure, you are monitored while the sedative wears off

Many patients describe IV sedation as “sleeping through the procedure”, with very little memory of the experience.

Who Can Benefit From IV Sedation?

IV sedation is ideal for patients who:

  • Experience dental anxiety or fear

  • Need extensive or multiple procedures

  • Have gag reflex issues or difficulty sitting still

  • Require complex restorative or surgical treatments

It can also be combined with other dental treatments, such as implants, crowns, or extractions, making procedures easier and more comfortable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Got a question about dental sedation? Check out our FAQs or speak to our friendly team. When you’re ready, book your consultation and we’ll guide you from there.

  • Yes. IV sedation is highly controlled and monitored by Dr Anna Williams, and her nursing team, throughout your treatment, ensuring your safety at all times.

  • Local anaesthetic is always used alongside IV sedation, so you will not feel pain. Sedation helps you feel calm and relaxed throughout.

  • After the procedure, you will need to rest for a short period. Most patients can go home the same day with a companion but should not drive or operate machinery for 24 hours.

  • You may be asked to fast for a few hours before your appointment and arrange for someone to accompany you home. Full instructions are provided at your consultation.

    • IV sedation administered by Dr Anna Williams, with 16 years’ experience

    • Experienced dental team led by Dr Luke Sergeant

    • State-of-the-art monitoring equipment for safety

    • Personalised sedation plans tailored to each patient

    • Comfortable, professional environment with focus on patient care

    • Private dental service with fees starting from £450 per hour

Take the First Step Toward Stress-Free Dentistry

Don’t let fear or anxiety prevent you from getting the dental care you need. Book your consultation for £95 today to find out how IV sedation can make dental visits calm, comfortable, and worry-free.