Will I be aware during treatment?

You enter a twilight state where you feel deeply relaxed, calm and unaware of time passing, yet remain responsive enough to follow simple instructions.

What does IV sedation cost?

IV sedation is £350 per hour in addition to the treatment fee. A written estimate is provided before you undertake treatment with us.

Who is a good candidate for IV sedation?

It suits anxious patients, those with a strong gag reflex, or anyone needing lengthy or complex work in a single visit.

Are there reasons I might not be eligible?

Severe breathing problems, uncontrolled medical conditions or pregnancy may require a different approach. Your dentist will review your health history first.

How long does the sedation last?

The effects wear off within a few hours, though you may feel drowsy for the rest of the day. You will need someone to drive you home and stay with you for the remainder of the day.

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What is IV Sedation?

IV sedation dentistry helps nervous patients receive dental care in complete comfort. At Danbury Dental Care, we provide IV sedation for all dental treatments, helping hundreds of anxious patients overcome their fear every year. IV sedation involves a controlled dose of sedative medicine delivered through a small cannula in your arm. You enter a twilight state where you feel deeply relaxed and unaware of time passing, yet remain responsive enough to follow simple instructions. Dr Kaly Gengeswaran (BDS London, PG Dip Sedation, GDC 265139) performs over 100 hours of IV sedation annually. At £350 per hour, IV sedation is available for all dental procedures at our practice in Danbury, serving patients across Chelmsford, Maldon, Essex and beyond.

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No Judgement, Only Care

If the thought of dentistry makes your stomach turn, know that countless others have felt the same and found relief here. We give you genuine care, extra attention because you are nervous, and you will never, ever be judged. No matter how long it has been since your last visit, we are here to support your return to dental health. Dr Kaly's approach is simple: 'What patients need always varies, but what I can guarantee to you now is that you will feel cared for, with deep IV sedation available for all of your treatment needs. If it gives some reassurance, know that IV sedation is a routine procedure and I perform it hundreds of times a year.'

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Why Choose IV Sedation Dentistry?

Deep Relaxation

Enter a twilight state where anxiety melts away completely. You remain responsive but feel calm and unaware of time passing.

Safe & Routine

Dr Kaly performs over 100 hours of IV sedation annually. We follow strict safety protocols and monitor you throughout.

Complete More in One Visit

Combine multiple treatments in a single session, reducing the number of appointments needed.

Reduced Awareness

You enter a calm, deeply relaxed twilight state where anxiety fades completely and time passes without stress.

YOUR JOURNEY

What to Expect with IV Sedation

Four simple steps to comfortable, stress-free treatment

Pre-Treatment Assessment

We review your health history, explain the sedation process, and answer all your questions. You'll receive written instructions to prepare.

Sedation Administration

A small cannula is placed in your arm and sedative medicine is administered. You'll feel deeply relaxed within minutes.

Treatment in Comfort

Your dental treatment proceeds while you remain in a calm, twilight state. You can respond to instructions but feel no anxiety.

Recovery & Home

Effects wear off within hours. You'll need someone to drive you home and stay with you for the remainder of the day.

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‘It's changed my life. I avoided the dentist for years because of anxiety, but IV sedation at Danbury made everything so easy. I felt completely relaxed throughout and my teeth are finally fixed.’

– Andrea, Essex

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IV sedation involves a controlled dose of a powerful sedative medicine delivered through a small cannula in your arm. It relaxes you deeply yet keeps you responsive enough to follow simple instructions.

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