Dental sedation

Sedation is a great option for nervous patients and anyone who feels anxious about receiving treatment. With safe and proven techniques, we administer sedation medication to place you in a relaxed and dream-like state, making it feel as though your appointment passes in no time.

The experienced team at Guildford Dental Centre have helped several patients overcome lifelong fears and dental phobias to finally get the treatment they need.

Sedation facts

  • It really works! You really can relax through your dental appointment
  • When sedated you will be conscious, but unaware of what is going on around you
  • You will have little or no memory of the experience

When receiving sedation you will be fully informed beforehand of any potential side effects and given advice to help with your recovery. We advised to bring someone along with you to the appointment who is able to take you home afterwards, and it's advisable to rest for the remainder of the day. You should be back to normal within 24 hours.

We offer the IV sedation at Guildford Dental Centre.

Dentist

Dr Kavitha Sivasubramaniam

Dr Kavi graduated from Guy’s Dental Hospital, London in 2005. As an old girl from Guildford High School, she returned to Guildford, after graduating, to work at the Royal Surrey County Hospital in the Oral and Maxillofacial department, gaining valuable surgical experience. She subsequently passed the post graduate exams to become a member of the Royal College of Surgeons. Her special interests...

Dr Kavitha  Sivasubramaniam
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695 Reviews

5.0

19th August 2026

My daughter 35 years old is HUGELY dentaphobic(crying,shaking)Dr Kavitha and Dr Aradhana were simply the best dentists she has ever encountered(and there has been a few)They were both so calm,reassuring and most importantly empathetic and didn'tmake her feel like she was being stupid(my daughter is extremely embarrassed that she is like this at 35 years old)She has had sedation at other places before but never as effective as at The Guilford Dental Centre.These 2 amazing dentists have restored our faith on kindness and compassion

12th August 2026

The friendly staff. Clean and comfortable surroundings. Knowledable practitioners. Every thing was explained at every stage of the treatment. Given plenty of time and did not feel rushed.

11th August 2026

Friendly and polite staff, efficient process.

5th August 2026

I was very happy with my treatment, Dr Derek Whittle discussed the planned repair of my wisdom tooth at a preliminary appointment, and on the day explained each stage of the treatment as it progressed, he was gentle and reassuring throughout. Everyone very friendly and professional at the surgery.

3rd August 2026

just easy and efficient

31st July 2026

friendly and professional service . Seen promptly ,time given for any questions I had .

22nd July 2026

Derek my dentist is fantastic. All the staff are helpful and the clinic is clean and well organised.

22nd July 2026

Professional friendly care, good explanation of treatment option, good advice generally. Reassuring

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Moya Thompson

Had dental hygiene appointment today.<br>Hygienist so polite and professional. Very thorough, but gentle at the same time.<br>You feel confident in her hands.<br>Highly recommend.

17th July 2026

Felt very looked after by all at the clinic peeps x

12th July 2026

The professionalism of the dentist and his team, and attention to detail.

8th July 2026

Excellent dentist, nurse and receptionist

3rd July 2026

Rebika was very gentle and kind, she was thorough with her work and did not cause any pain during the hygiene appt. The lady on reception was kind and so was the nurse. I was seen promptly. Overall a very good experience and I will definitely be coming back!

2nd July 2026

Everything regarding treatment explained clearly & all efforts were made to ensure my comfort throughput

27th June 2026

Dental advice was holistic and not typical. Truat was gained very quickly on this basis

25th June 2026

Rebeka took time with me. She was very patient and thorough. The best hygenist I have ever had.

24th June 2026

It was very relaxing i just laid on chair and listening to what the procedures entailed

19th June 2026

Personal attention from all members of staff. The Dentist was extremely Caring and attentive and all the staff were very friendly and all looked very happy.

18th June 2026

My needs are respected . I have limited jaw opening due to 3 TMJ surgeries. I was a victim of a RTA.Currently under RSCH , on going .Thank you for looking after me so well Carlene

14th June 2026

Helpful, friendly, professional service.

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