Royal Oak Smiles · Calgary, AB
Pain-Free Dentistry
Without the Fear
Sedation Dentistry Calgary
Dental Anxiety?
You Don't Have to Face It Alone
Millions of people avoid the dentist because of fear — and we understand. At Royal Oak Smiles, we offer comprehensive sedation options administered by Dr. Anand Choubal, an ACLS-certified and CDSA-accredited IV sedation dentist. Whether you need a routine cleaning or a complex procedure, we make sure you feel safe, calm, and in control.
With sedation, multiple treatments can often be completed in a single visit — saving you time and reducing the number of appointments needed.
Our Sedation Options
Three Ways to a Stress-Free Visit
IV Sedation
Delivered intravenously for immediate, deep relaxation. Ideal for complex procedures or severe anxiety. You remain conscious but completely at ease, with little to no memory of the appointment.
Oral Sedation
A prescription pill taken before your appointment. You arrive already relaxed — no needles or masks required. A trusted option for mild to moderate anxiety.
Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas)
Inhaled through a small nose mask during treatment. Fast-acting, adjustable, and wears off within minutes — you can safely drive yourself home afterward.
Your Sedation Dentist
Dr. Anand Choubal
Dr. Choubal is Royal Oak Smiles' oral surgeon and IV sedation specialist. His advanced training and certifications mean your sedation is delivered with the highest standard of safety and care.
Credentials
FAQ
Sedation Dentistry Questions — Answered
Yes. At Royal Oak Smiles, sedation is administered by Dr. Anand Choubal, who is ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certified through the Heart and Stroke Foundation and holds a Canadian Dental Sedation Association (CDSA) certification for IV sedation. Your vitals are monitored throughout the procedure.
IV sedation delivers sedative medication directly into the bloodstream through an intravenous line. It produces a deep state of relaxation where you remain conscious but feel completely at ease. Most patients have little to no memory of the procedure. It is ideal for complex dental work or patients with significant dental anxiety.
IV sedation provides the deepest level of relaxation and takes effect immediately. Oral sedation involves taking a prescription pill before your appointment — you arrive already relaxed. Nitrous oxide (laughing gas) is inhaled through a mask during the procedure, takes effect within minutes, and wears off quickly so you can drive home afterward.
No. All three sedation options at Royal Oak Smiles are conscious sedation — you remain awake and able to respond to the dentist, but you feel deeply relaxed and typically have little memory of the treatment. General anesthesia (full unconsciousness) is different and not offered at this practice.
Sedation dentistry is ideal for patients with dental anxiety or phobia, a sensitive gag reflex, difficulty getting numb from local anesthetic, complex or lengthy procedures, or special needs. Our team will assess your health history and recommend the most appropriate option during your consultation.
Yes — one of the key benefits of IV and oral sedation is that multiple treatments can be completed in a single appointment. This is ideal for patients who need extensive dental work and want to minimize the number of visits.