Oral sedation is extremely safe. The medication we use is a common sleeping pill. In 1996, an average of 1.7 million of these sleeping pills were taken daily. To ensure your safety, your vital signs are continually monitored with medical equipment to assess your pulse, oxygen levels, and blood pressure. A member of our trained team will also be with you at all times. Although you will be drowsy and fade in and out of light sleep, you will always be in a state of consciousness where you are verbally responsive if we ask you questions.
Dr. Freiberg is a trained member of the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation (DOCS). DOCS has an impeccable track record when it comes to safety. This organization provides professional education and sedation protocols that meet the regulatory requirements of the Alberta Dental Association, thus ensuring a large margin of safety in the services provided by members of DOCS.