Pain-Free Dentistry
IV Sedation Sydney
Deep Relaxation Through Intravenous Sedation
What is IV Sedation?
During IV sedation, sleep dental drugs are delivered into your bloodstream, placing you into a deep state of relaxation, making it possible for you to have the treatment you need without feeling any pain or anxiety.
Dr Michael Walker is a Dental Board Approved Sedation Practitioner and Australia's foremost authority on IV sedation—he is the external examiner for the Intravenous Sedation course at the University of Sydney, meaning he examines and certifies other dentists in these critical techniques. His extensive expertise and daily practice in IV sedation ensure you receive the highest standard of care from someone who literally sets the standard for the profession.
IV sedation allows us to complete more complex treatment in fewer appointments, and many patients find they have no memory of the procedure at all.
Benefits
Why Choose IV Sedation?
- Deep relaxation for comfortable, anxiety-free treatment
- Pain-free experience with local anaesthesia combined
- Time efficiency—complete complex procedures in fewer appointments
- Memory suppression—many patients have no recall of the procedure
- Safe and monitored—continuous vital sign monitoring throughout
- Daily availability—unlike monthly-only practices
How IV Sedation Works
Consultation & Preparation
We'll discuss your medical history, anxiety concerns, and treatment needs. You'll be positioned comfortably and a small cannula is placed in your arm—the only needle you'll feel.
Sedation & Treatment
The sedative is administered through the IV line. You'll gradually drift into a relaxed state while Dr Walker and our team complete your dental work. You won't feel pain or remember the procedure.
Recovery & Home Care
After treatment, the sedative is stopped and you're allowed to wake gradually. A responsible adult must collect you. Rest at home for the remainder of the day and avoid driving for 24 hours.
Our Expertise
Dental Board Approved Practice
MPW Dentistry is a certified Dental Board Approved Sedation Practice. Dr Walker's credentials include being the external examiner for the Intravenous Sedation course at the University of Sydney, where he has been a lecturer since 1994.
We offer IV sedation on a daily basis—not monthly like many practices. This means you have flexibility in scheduling and don't have to wait months for your appointment. All sedation is administered personally by Dr Walker in our modern Waterloo clinic with support from our Senior Registered Nurses trained in anaesthesia and intensive care.
- Dental Board Certified Sedation Practitioner
- External Examiner, University of Sydney IV Sedation Course
- Daily sedation availability
- All procedures performed on premises
- Senior Registered Nurses in anaesthesia on staff