- 4000 Glenmore Ct SE 190 Calgary AB T2C 5R8 CA
At Harker, Chan & Associates, we focus on helping patients feel at ease during their visits.
We do our best to move at a pace that feels comfortable to the individual patient, take breaks when needed, and offer gentle reassurance throughout your appointment.
However, for patients needing a little more help, Dr. Spackman can provide dental sedation.
Dental sedation includes a range of techniques that may help patients feel more comfortable during dental procedures.
At our clinic, we offer sedation in the forms of nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation.
If you're experiencing dental anxiety, Dr. Spackman will talk with you about whether a sedation option may be appropriate for your needs.
Oral sedatives are medications, usually taken as a pill or liquid, that your dentist may prescribe before your appointment. They’re taken ahead of time and allow you to remain awake during your procedure, while helping you feel more relaxed and at ease.
Nitrous oxide is a mild form of sedation that’s inhaled through a small mask placed over the nose. Patients remain awake, responsive, and able to communicate throughout the appointment. Many people find it helps them feel calmer and more comfortable, can reduce the gag reflex, and may make the visit feel like it passes more quickly.
IV sedation is delivered through a vein and provides a deeper level of sedation without the use of general anesthesia. During your appointment, our dental team will monitor your vital signs so the dentist can keep a close eye on you throughout the procedure.
