Sedation Options

Relaxed, Comfortable Care—Tailored for You

If you feel nervous about oral surgery, you’re not alone. Dental anxiety is common, and at Clackamas Implant & Oral Surgery Center, we’re committed to making your experience as calm and stress-free as possible.

Led by Brett M. Sullivan, DMD, MD, a dual-degreed oral and maxillofacial surgeon licensed in IV and general anesthesia, we provide safe, customized sedation options—from mild relaxation to full unconsciousness—based on your needs, health history, and procedure.

Whether you’re undergoing wisdom tooth removal, dental implants, bone grafting, or another procedure, we offer sedation solutions designed to support your comfort, safety, and peace of mind.

Sedation Options We Offer

Local Anesthesia

• Local anesthesia numbs the surgical area while you remain fully awake
• Can be used for all procedures—often combined with other sedation types
• It is best for simple extractions, minor surgical needs, or low-anxiety patients

Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas)

• Inhaled through a small mask worn over the nose
• Induces mild relaxation while keeping you fully alert
• Effects wear off quickly—most patients can resume daily activities soon after
• Ideal for short procedures or patients with mild anxiety

Oral Sedation

• A prescription sedative (pill or dissolvable tablet) taken before surgery
• Helps you feel deeply relaxed or drowsy—many patients remember little or nothing
• You remain conscious but less aware
• Requires a driver to take you home
• Great for patients with moderate anxiety or longer procedures

IV Sedation

• Administered directly into a vein for fast-acting, deeper relaxation
• You stay conscious but typically won’t remember the procedure
• Monitored continuously by Dr. Sullivan and our clinical team
• Recommended for longer or more complex procedures, or patients with higher anxiety

General Anesthesia

• You’re fully asleep during the procedure
• Reserved for extensive surgeries, special needs patients, or severe medical conditions
• Delivered by a board-certified anesthesiologist in partnership with our team
• You’ll wake up once the surgery is complete, with no memory of the procedure

Why Choose Dr. Sullivan for Sedation Dentistry?

Medical & Dental Expertise

Dr. Sullivan is one of the few oral surgeons in the region with both DMD and MD degrees, and is fully licensed in IV and general anesthesia.

Hospital-Level Safety Standards

Our sedation protocols meet those found in hospital settings—including advanced monitoring, emergency preparedness, and staff training.

Tailored to Your Needs

We personalize your sedation plan based on your medical history, anxiety level, and procedure complexity—ensuring comfort without unnecessary risk.

Trusted by Referring Providers

Local dentists and physicians regularly refer their patients to our practice for safe, sedation-supported surgery.