Sedation Dentistry in Saint-Léonard, Montreal
Sedation dentistry uses medication to help you relax through a dental appointment you would otherwise dread or avoid. If a fear of the dentist has kept you from getting care, even for years, this is exactly who it is for. At OpusDent, our whole approach is built around anxious patients, not as an afterthought, but as the reason we do things the way we do. There is no shame in needing help to get through an appointment. We would rather you come in than stay away.
- 4.8★ on Google
- Since 1999
- Dental emergencies accepted
Is this for you?
- You avoid the dentist because of fear or anxiety
- Past dental experiences have left you on edge
- You have a strong gag reflex or sensory sensitivities
- You need a longer or more involved procedure
- You have special needs that make routine visits difficult
- You have not been to a dentist in years and feel nervous about it
What to expect
An honest conversation
Before anything else, we talk through your fears, your history, and what has made past visits hard.
A plan built around you
We recommend a sedation approach that matches your anxiety level and the treatment you need.
Your appointment
You are cared for and monitored throughout, at a pace that respects how you are feeling.
Aftercare
We make sure you understand what to expect afterward, including anything you need to arrange in advance, such as a ride home.
This is what we are here for
Judgment-free is not a slogan for us: it is the reason sedation is part of what we offer. Whatever kept you away before, a bad past experience, needles, the loss of control, we have heard it, and we do not need you to explain it. You just need to call.
Sedation levels and safety
Not everyone needs the same level of sedation, and part of our job is figuring out what actually fits your situation instead of defaulting to one option. During your consultation, we review your anxiety, your medical history, and the treatment you need before recommending an approach. Safety comes first at every step: nothing is decided without understanding your health background, and you will always know what to expect before we begin. If you are still unsure what you need, that is a completely normal place to start. Call us and we will talk it through.