Dental anxiety shouldn't stop you from getting the care you need. Our safe sedation dentistry options help you feel relaxed and comfortable, ensuring that anxiety doesn’t limit your dental check-ups and treatments.
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A Calming Experience for Every Visit
If the thought of visiting a dentist makes you nervous, you’re not alone. At Lakeview Dental, we offer sedation options to help you feel at ease during your treatment. Whether you have dental anxiety or require a complex procedure, we’re here to ensure a smooth and comfortable dentistry experience.
Is Sedation Dentistry Right for you?
Dental sedation is a great option for those who experience:
Dental Anxiety
Fear or nervousness about dental procedures.
Strong Gag Reflex
Difficulty with impressions or dental work in the back of the mouth.
Sensitive Teeth
Heightened discomfort during cleanings or treatments.
Complex Surgical procedures
Dental treatments such as wisdom teeth removal or tooth extraction.
Difficulty Sitting Still
Patients who struggle with long procedures or have medical conditions that make it challenging.
Extensive Dental Work
Multiple treatments that can be completed in one relaxed visit.
Sedation Options We Offer
We provide different levels of sedation to suit your needs:
IV Sedation
Dr. Sigel has advanced training in IV sedation, which helps keep patients deeply relaxed during complex procedures like wisdom teeth removal and dental implant placement. This safe and effective technique involves administering the sedative intravenously. Due to Dr. Sigel’s ability to perform advanced procedures, often referred to specialists, IV sedation has become a popular choice at our office.
Nitrous Oxide Sedation
Nitro oxide, also known as "laughing gas," is a mild sedative that helps ease anxiety during treatment. The gas is administered through a small nose piece to keep you relaxed while remaining fully alert. For added calmness, it can also be combined with oral sedation when needed.
Oral Sedation
Oral sedation involves taking a prescribed medication, such as Ativan, about an hour before your appointment. This option helps you feel calm and at ease throughout your visit. If you choose oral sedation, a trusted adult must accompany you to and from your appointment.
Why Choose Lakeview Dental for Sedation Dentistry?
Safe, Monitored Sedation
Our experienced team ensures your sedation is administered safely, with close monitoring throughout your visit.
Comfort-Focused Care
Your relaxation and well-being are our top priorities, ensuring a calm and supportive experience from beginning to end.
Personalized Treatment Plans
Every patient is different. We take the time to discuss your needs and choose the best sedation option for you.
A Relaxing, Judgment-Free Environment
We understand dental anxiety and create a welcoming, stress-free space where you can feel at ease.
The Sedation Process: What to Expect
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Before Your Appointment
We'll review your medical history, discuss sedation options, and provide pre-appointment instructions. If using oral sedation, you'll take the prescribed medication before your visit. If IV sedation is being used, you will first have an IV consultation to conduct a full health assessment, review pre and post operation instructions and ensure you feel comfortable with the procedure.
2.
During Your Treatment
Once the sedation takes effect, you’ll feel deeply relaxed. With IV sedation, we continuously monitor your comfort level, adjusting as needed. Dr, Sigel will then perform the procedure while you remain at ease.
3.
After Your Appointment
For IV and oral sedation, you’ll need a friend or family member to drive you home. We recommend resting for the remainder of the day, and our team will provide aftercare instructions to help ensure a smooth recovery. With Nitrous Oxide sedation, patients typically recover quickly and will be able to drive themselves home after the treatment.
What Our Patients Are Saying
Ciara Neufeld
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Had my first cleaning at Lakeview dental with Jamie as my hygienist. She was kind, attentive, and gentle. I love the soothing atmosphere and friendly staff! Highly recommend!
John Wilson
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What a comfortable and welcoming environment. I was looking for a dentist because I just moved to West Kelowna. I needed a cleaning as I missed my last one because of the move. Debbie at the front seat was funny and cheerful and Sierra (hope I spelled this correctly), the hygienist was gentle and thorough. Sierra didn’t use that ultrasonic cleaner device to clean my teeth, she hand scaled. When I asked her about this she said “ I appreciate the tactile feel of scaling by hand”. So much nicer. I can’t wait to meet the dentist for my appointment in May!
Deanna Thompson
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Very kind workers, i would highly recommend going here. And as soon as i walked in it looked almost like a spa.
FredD Kelowna
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Take it from someone who has always viewed up-coming dental treatments with hesitation and trepidation, knowing I was, for sure, in for pain.
Dr. Sigel and assistant Alana are so patient-oriented that they made my visit painless, informative and a delightful change from any of my experiences with other dentists.
Absolutely no pain at all, and he did a lot of drilling and tooth shaping, like the artist he is. He took out an old filling, cleared an active decay that was underneath that, and then cleaned, cleared and shaped the tooth in anticipation of a full crown. They both clearly explained each of several processes and gave me a clear picture of what was being done.
You gotta use Lakeview Dental. Check in with Debbie up front. She is warm and always smiles. She helps you through the paperwork professionally and patiently.
In fact, I’m looking forward with a smile to my upcoming next visit.
Trina Angel
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Amazing!! Thank you so much for your fantastic service
Michelle Chassie
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Excellent service! Very professional and friendly. Highly recommend and will return!
KimbrrV
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Love Dr Sigel and his team! Newer office in Lakeview Heights, bright, clean, pleasant down to earth folks all around! Love that Dr Sigel is always checking out new technologies and ways to improve your overall smile! 😁
Brianna Wipf
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My hygienist and the staff made it feel very welcoming and helped me overcome my fear of the dentist. Thank you, Debbie.
Stephanie Marshall
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My husband and I are extremely pleased with Lakeview Dental and would highly them. My husband and I were in search for a Dentist that would take the Canadian Dental Care Plan as our prior Dentist was not accepting it. Not only do they take the plan Lakeview Dental was able to do a root canal for me that my prior dentist had sent me to a root canal specialist who quoted double the price for the root canal. All in all my husband and I are really happy we found Lakeview Dental.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is sedation dentistry safe?
Yes. We carefully assess each patient’s health before administering sedation and monitor you throughout the procedure.
Are there side effects of sedation dentistry?
Side effects can include nausea, drowsiness, or dry mouth, but are generally mild and temporary.
How long does sedation last?
It depends on the type of sedation used. Oral sedation effects can last several hours, while IV sedation wears off gradually after the procedure.
Can I drive after sedation?
No, you’ll need someone to drive you home, as you will feel drowsy and slightly disoriented.
Relax and Get the Care You Need
Don’t let anxiety hold you back from receiving dental care. Our skilled team will make sure that your dental experience is peaceful and stress-free.
