IV Sedation Dentistry in Truro
Feel calmer about dental treatment
If worry or anxiety has made it difficult to attend the dentist, you are not alone. We will support you with kindness, respect and compassion. Our team will listen carefully, explain your options openly and help you move forward at a pace that feels manageable.
Your first appointment is a sedation consultation. It gives you time to talk about previous experiences, tell us what would help you feel more comfortable and ask questions before making any decision.
What is intravenous (IV) sedation?
IV sedation uses carefully controlled medication given through a vein in your arm or hand. It helps you feel deeply relaxed and less aware of the procedure while you remain conscious and able to respond.
- You feel calm, drowsy and more at ease
- Time may seem to pass quickly
- Many patients remember very little afterwards
- Your breathing, oxygen level, pulse and blood pressure are continuously monitored
IV sedation is not general anaesthesia. We will be honest and transparent about whether it is appropriate for you following an individual assessment.
Why choose The Treatment Centre?
✔ Sedation care led by Dr Brian Needham, dentist and former paramedic, certified by Dental Phobia
✔ A kind, respectful and compassionate team experienced in supporting patients who feel nervous or anxious
✔ Time to discuss your concerns and receive clear, honest explanations without pressure or judgement
✔ IV sedation available for suitable routine and surgical dental treatment
✔ Care planned around your best interests in a fully regulated clinical environment
Some people need sedation for a single procedure. Others use it as a first step towards rebuilding confidence in dental care. Our aim is to help you feel supported, informed and in control.
Questions before booking? Email us about sedation or call 01872 241955.
We also welcome professional referrals. Refer a patient for sedation.
Safe, carefully planned care
Patient safety is our highest priority. Our clinical team works together to review your medical history, medications and proposed treatment before confirming whether IV sedation is appropriate.
✔ Continuous monitoring throughout treatment
✔ A trained sedation dental nurse supports you at every stage
✔ Care provided in line with Intercollegiate Advisory Committee for Sedation in Dentistry guidance
✔ Written and verbal instructions before treatment and aftercare
If sedation is not suitable, we will explain this honestly, discuss the alternatives clearly and help you find the safest option.
What to expect
Your sedation consultation
We will listen to your dental concerns and what makes you feel anxious, review your health and medication, explain how sedation works and answer your questions openly. You can take time to consider the information before proceeding.
On the day of treatment
Your sedation team will work together to confirm the plan and support you throughout. You will remain conscious and able to respond, but should feel deeply relaxed. Local anaesthetic is still used where required to keep treatment comfortable.
Going home and recovery
You will be monitored until the clinical discharge criteria are met and given clear aftercare instructions. You must arrange for a responsible adult to accompany you home and follow the instructions provided by the sedation team.
Sedation dentistry FAQs
Will I be asleep?
No. IV sedation is not a general anaesthetic. You remain conscious and able to respond, although you will usually feel very relaxed and may remember little about the appointment.
What treatment can be completed with sedation?
Sedation may be used for suitable routine or surgical dental treatment. The exact treatment plan and whether sedation is appropriate are confirmed after assessment.
Can I drive afterwards?
No. You must have a responsible adult accompany you home and follow all restrictions explained by the sedation team.
How do I take the first step?
Book a consultation online or ask our reception team. It is an opportunity to talk, ask questions and understand your options; there is no pressure to commit to treatment at the first appointment.
Book a sedation consultation, email us about sedation or call 01872 241955.
