Andrea, Essex
"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."
- Assessment-led sedation plan
- Available for a range of treatments
- Calm, no-judgement care
IV Sedation Dentistry
Conscious IV sedation can help eligible nervous patients feel deeply relaxed during dental treatment, with suitability confirmed at a pre-treatment assessment.
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About the treatment
What is IV Sedation?
IV sedation can help some nervous patients manage dental treatment. At Danbury Dental Care, it may be considered alongside a wide range of procedures after a medical and dental assessment.
Sedative medicine is delivered through a small cannula, usually in the arm or hand. The dose is adjusted during the appointment, with the aim of helping you feel relaxed while you remain conscious and able to respond to simple instructions. Awareness and recall vary between patients.
Dr Kaly Gengeswaran (BDS London, PG Dip Sedation, GDC 265139) provides over 100 hours of IV sedation annually. IV sedation is £350 per hour in addition to the treatment fee, and we provide a written estimate before treatment.
Deep Relaxation
Careful Monitoring
Complete More in One Visit
Assessment-led care
No Judgement, Only Care
If the thought of dentistry makes you anxious, you are not alone. We take time to understand what worries you, explain the options clearly and plan care without judgement. It does not matter how long it has been since your last visit.
What each patient needs varies. Dr Kaly will review your medical history, medicines and planned dental treatment before discussing whether IV sedation is suitable. If it is not the right option, we will explain other ways to support you through treatment.
Pre-Treatment Assessment
Sedation Administration
Treatment With Support
Recovery & Home
Personal, assessment-led care
"Many of my sedation patients haven't seen a dentist in years because of fear. There's no judgement here, just a calm, steady plan to get your dental health back on track."
Dr Kaly Gengeswaran (GDC 265139)
A considered treatment pathway
How we approach iv sedation dentistry
Care begins with an assessment, followed by a clear discussion of suitable options, limitations and next steps.
Pre-Treatment Assessment
Sedation Administration
Treatment With Support
Recovery & Home
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What our patients say
Patient experiences of the calm, personal care provided by the team at Danbury Dental Care.
Sarah
"You come in and everybody puts you at ease. It doesn't feel like a dentist."
Leah F.
"I couldn't be happier with the care I've received at Danbury Dental Care. It's the first dental practice where I genuinely feel valued as a person, not just a number."
Pauline
"I was so worried that I almost cancelled my appointment. I'm so glad I didn't. They are perfect."
IV Sedation Dentistry FAQs
Questions about iv sedation dentistry
Your consultation is the right place to discuss suitability, alternatives and what your own care may involve.
IV sedation uses sedative medicine delivered through a small cannula, usually in the arm or hand. The dose is adjusted during the appointment to help you feel relaxed while remaining conscious and able to respond to simple instructions.
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Dental care, close to Chelmsford
Danbury Dental Care is at 24 Maldon Road, Danbury, Essex CM3 4QH.
Getting here
10 mins from the A12
20 mins from the M25
Free Parking available
Opening hours
Monday 9 - 7PM
Tuesday 9 - 5PM
Weds 9 - 5PM
Thursday 9 - 5PM
Friday 9 - 5PM
Saturday Sedation Treatment Available on Request