Sleep Dentistry in Orillia: Dental Treatment While You Are Fully Asleep

If the thought of being awake during dental treatment has kept you from booking an appointment, you may be looking for something more than feeling relaxed. You may want to be fully asleep while your dental care is carried out.

At Colborne Dental in Orillia, Sleep Dentistry means dental treatment under general anesthesia. You are fully asleep and unconscious during the procedure. Your care begins with a consultation to assess your needs and determine whether this approach is suitable for you.

What does Sleep Dentistry mean at Colborne Dental?

Our Sleep Dentistry service is designed around general anesthesia. During treatment, you are unconscious rather than awake and responding to the dental procedure. After the procedure, you recover from the anesthetic under the care and instructions of your clinical team.

The distinction matters when you are choosing how to approach dental care. If your goal is to be fully asleep, tell our team that you are interested in Sleep Dentistry under general anesthesia so your consultation addresses that specific service.

How is general anesthesia different from sedation?

Sedation and general anesthesia are different approaches. Sedation has different levels, including mild, moderate, and deep sedation. Mild or moderate sedation can help a patient feel relaxed or drowsy while remaining responsive. Deep sedation is a separate level of care and should not be confused with general anesthesia.

General anesthesia produces unconsciousness. For Colborne Dental's Sleep Dentistry service, the intended state during treatment is full sleep under general anesthesia. The mild and moderate sedation services offered by the clinic are separate options.

Could Sleep Dentistry be right for you?

A consultation may be helpful if significant dental fear or anxiety makes treatment difficult, or if you want to discuss having planned dental work performed while you are fully asleep. You do not need to know which approach is appropriate before contacting us.

General anesthesia is not suitable for every patient or every situation. Your clinical team reviews your medical history, medications, dental needs, and proposed treatment. They explain the benefits, risks, and alternatives so you can make an informed decision about your care.

What happens before your appointment?

The first step is an assessment, rather than booking anesthesia without a treatment plan. During your consultation, you can discuss:

• The dental concerns you want addressed and the treatment proposed.
• Your previous dental experiences, fears, and questions about being fully asleep.
• Your health history and medications, shared directly with the clinical team.
• Whether general anesthesia is appropriate, along with alternatives.
• Available appointment dates, estimated fees, and recovery arrangements.

The amount of dental work that can be completed in an appointment depends on your individual treatment plan. Your team will explain what is planned before you proceed.

Preparing for treatment and recovery

You will receive instructions tailored to your general anesthesia appointment. These may cover eating and drinking before treatment, medications, transport, and support during recovery. Follow the instructions from your treating team rather than using a generic fasting schedule or changing medication yourself.

Arrange an escort and follow the driving and activity restrictions your team provides. Being asleep during the procedure does not mean that recovery ends as soon as you wake up. Ask what to expect afterward, how discomfort will be managed, and whom to contact if you have concerns.

Frequently asked questions

Will I be completely asleep?

Yes. Colborne Dental's Sleep Dentistry service uses general anesthesia, meaning you are fully asleep and unconscious during dental treatment.

Can all my dental work be completed in one visit?

This depends on the treatment you need and your clinical assessment. Your dentist will explain what can be planned for your appointment and whether additional visits are needed.

How do I find out if I am eligible?

Book a consultation. Your team will review your health and dental needs before recommending general anesthesia or discussing another approach.

Talk to Colborne Dental about Sleep Dentistry in Orillia

You can start by telling us simply: “I would like to discuss being fully asleep for my dental treatment.” Our team can help you take the next step and arrange an assessment.

Learn more about Sleep Dentistry or request a consultation. Prefer to speak with us? Call 705-259-1139. Colborne Dental is located at 80 Colborne Street West, Orillia.

Further reading: Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust: sedation options for dental treatment and having a general anaesthetic. These resources explain the general distinction between sedation and anesthesia; your appointment instructions come from your treating team.