Sedation

It is not uncommon for an individual to feel nervous before and during their esthetic treatment, especially at their first appointment. Sedation will make you feel relaxed during treatment and ease any anxieties you may have. We are happy to have a conversation with you about our sedation options and find a good fit for you.

Laughing gas

Laughing gas is an excellent way to combat anxiety for many esthetic treatments. It is the mildest form of sedation that we use. Laughing gas is inhaled through a small mask that rests over your nose.

Benefits of Laughing Gas:

● Effectively reduces anxiety

● Wears off within minutes after treatment

● The patient is awake and will not experience memory loss

Laughing gas is made of nitrous oxide. It is odorless and used in combination with pure oxygen to induce a feeling of relaxation and well-being during treatment. We can easily customize the level of sedation for each patient, which takes effect within minutes.

Since laughing gas is a mild sedative, you won't experience any short-term memory loss as you might with other forms of sedation. At the end of treatment, the sedative effect caused by the laughing gas dissipates almost immediately when the mask is removed. You will be able to return home with zero lasting effects and you don't even need an escort to or from your appointment.

Oral Sedation

This method creates a deeper level of sedation than laughing gas. A wide variety of medications are available for this type of sedation and our doctor will carefully discuss your individual needs to determine which choice works best for you.

How does Oral Sedation Work?

The doctor will prescribe a medication for you to take before your appointment to reduce anxiety. You will still be awake during your treatment but will feel calm and relaxed. All oral sedation medications are classified as anti-anxiety medications and will significantly reduce or eliminate your anxiety during treatment.

In addition to making your experience more comfortable, oral sedative medications help reduce your memory of the experience. This allows us to complete your treatment in less time.

While your treatment is performed, our doctor will carefully monitor your vital signs to ensure that your experience is as safe as possible. Another advantage of this type of sedation is that it can safely be used along with laughing gas for an even deeper feeling of relaxation.

It is important to note that the effects of oral sedation may last longer than your appointment and you will need someone to bring you to your appointment and drive you home after.