Pain Management & Sedation
Dental anxiety is common — and very treatable. From happy gas to IV sedation, we offer multiple comfort options so you can get the dental care you need without the fear.
What is pain management & sedation?
Dental anxiety is common — and very treatable. From happy gas to IV sedation, we offer multiple comfort options so you can get the dental care you need without the fear.
- Experienced, gentle clinicians
- Transparent upfront pricing
- All major health funds accepted
- Modern, comfortable practice
You're not alone — and you don't have to push through.
Dental fear is one of the most common reasons people avoid care. Our team is genuinely experienced with nervous patients and we will go at your pace. Always.
Signs you may need pain management & sedation.
Dental anxiety
Avoiding the dentist because of fear or past bad experiences.
Severe gag reflex
Strong gag reflex that makes treatment difficult.
Long procedures
Complex treatment you'd rather sleep through.
Special needs
Patients who benefit from extra calm and support.
Tips for anxious patients
- Book your appointment in the morning when you're less anxious
- Bring a support person if it helps
- Ask for happy gas or sedation — we won't judge
- Agree on a hand-signal to pause treatment any time
- Use headphones with music to distract
- Tell us what triggers your anxiety so we can avoid it
Why patients choose this treatment.
A solution designed around comfort, longevity and how it feels to live with day to day.
Relaxed, calm care
Get the treatment you need without the fear.
Multiple comfort options
From simple to advanced — matched to your needs.
Safe & monitored
Strict safety protocols with continuous monitoring.
A calm experience
Wake up with the treatment complete.
Sedation options at Ocean Smiles.
Topical anaesthetic
Numbing gel before any injection — you'll barely feel a thing.
Local anaesthetic
Standard, highly effective — the area is fully numb but you're awake.
Happy gas (nitrous oxide)
Inhaled mild sedation — you feel relaxed, floaty and calm. Wears off in minutes.
IV sedation
Twilight sedation — you'll be in a deeply relaxed, dream-like state with no memory of the procedure.
Anxiety-friendly approach
Slow pace, full explanations, hand-signal stop system, no judgement.
Why patients choose us for pain management & sedation.
A treatment-specific approach — built around what matters most for this procedure.
Modern equipment
Latest digital dental technology for safer, faster care.
Gentle, calm care
A relaxed environment built for anxious patients.
Experienced dentists
Skilled clinicians with decades of combined experience.
All health funds
HICAPS on-the-spot claiming with every major fund.
Family practice
Comprehensive care for every age — kids to grandparents.
Underwood local
Trusted by families across Logan and the southside.
Pain Management & Sedation — frequently asked
Yes — when performed by trained clinicians with proper monitoring. We follow strict safety protocols and continuously monitor every sedated patient.
No — IV sedation is twilight sleep, not general anaesthetic. You're conscious and responsive, but deeply relaxed with little to no memory of the procedure.
Within 5–10 minutes of stopping. You can drive yourself home and return to normal activities immediately.
Absolutely. Many of our patients started out terrified. We go at your pace and never push you. The first step is just a chat — no treatment required.
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All major health funds accepted
On-the-spot HICAPS claims — plus Medicare CDBS — for fast, easy payment.
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New patients welcome. All major health funds accepted, plus child dental benefits.