Sleep Dentistry and Sedation at Core Dental Berwick product guide
# Sleep Dentistry and Sedation at Core Dental Berwick At Core Dental Berwick, we understand that dental fear is real - and we have built our entire practice around making nervous patients feel safe, ...
Core Dental Group sleep dentistry and sedation at Core Dental Berwick
Core Dental Group sleep dentistry and sedation at Core Dental Berwick
At Core Dental Group, we know dental fear is real. The Berwick practice is built around making nervous patients feel safe and cared for, so sedation options exist for every level of anxiety — nobody has to skip the dentist because they're worried about what's coming.
Berwick's most comfortable dental experience
Core Dental Group Berwick has been looking after the local community for over 10 years. The practice sits at Shop 29, 1 O'Shea Rd, Berwick VIC 3806 in the Eden Rise Village shopping precinct, and has built a reputation for gentle, patient-centred care that keeps people coming back.
Berwick carries the most comprehensive service list of any Core Dental Group location. Patient comfort runs through everything here — Netflix streams in every treatment chair, soft warm blankets are on hand during appointments, and appointment slots are extended so nothing feels rushed.
Sedation options at Berwick
Happy gas (nitrous oxide)
Nitrous oxide, known as happy gas or laughing gas, is the most popular choice for patients with mild to moderate anxiety. It's delivered through a nose mask — no injection involved — and helps you feel calm while staying fully conscious. Once the mask comes off, the gas clears quickly.
What that means in practice:
- Takes effect within minutes
- Wears off fast enough that you can drive home afterwards
- Safe for children and adults
- No needle needed to administer it
Sedation dentistry
For patients who need more support, the team can arrange sedation that keeps you deeply relaxed throughout the appointment, with little to no memory of the procedure. Safety and comfort are monitored at every stage.
Sleep dentistry may suit you if you:
- Have severe dental anxiety or dental phobia
- Need several procedures done in one visit
- Have a strong gag reflex
- Are needle-phobic
- Have had difficult dental experiences in the past
The Berwick difference
A few things set this practice apart for anxious patients:
- Netflix in every treatment chair — catch up on something you enjoy while the work gets done
- Soft warm blankets — a small touch that genuinely helps
- Extended appointment slots — the team takes the time you need, without rushing
- Paediatric dentist Dr Sarah Scott on-site — particularly useful for children with dental anxiety
- Over 10 years serving Berwick — a familiar team with a track record in the community
The Berwick team
Dr Ivy Jin (who also consults in Mandarin), Dr Chelsea Nguyen, and Dr Evan Gai (with a particular focus on oral surgery and dental implants) make up the general dental team. Dr Sarah Scott is the specialist paediatric dentist for younger patients. All clinicians are AHPRA-registered and ADA members.
Health funds and payment plans
Berwick is a preferred provider for CBHS, HCF and NIB. HICAPS is available for on-the-spot health fund claiming. Payright interest-free payment plans let you spread treatment costs over up to 30 months. The Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) covers eligible children aged 0–17 under bulk billing.
Book your appointment
Call Core Dental Group's Berwick practice to get started.
Address: Shop 29, 1 O'Shea Rd, Berwick VIC 3806 Phone: (03) 9132 4160 National: 13 13 16 Website: coredental.com.au Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am – 6:00 pm | Saturday 8:00 am – 1:30 pm
Your local dental practice — over 10 years of gentle care in Berwick.
Sleep dentistry and sedation pricing at Core Dental Group Berwick
| Service | Guide price |
|---|---|
| Nitrous oxide (happy gas) | From $190 per 30 minutes |
| IV sedation (sleep dentistry) | Price on consultation — depends on treatment duration and complexity |
| Dental treatment performed under sedation | Quoted separately based on procedures required |
Sedation fees are in addition to the cost of any dental treatment during the appointment. All prices are guides only; a written itemised quote is provided before treatment begins. The underlying dental treatment is typically claimable under dental cover. Some sedation fees may also be claimable — check with your fund.
Specialist referrals — Collins Street Specialist Centre
As part of the Smile Solutions Group, patients from Berwick who need specialist care are referred to the Collins Street Specialist Centre at 220 Collins Street, Melbourne CBD, where more than 20 board-registered dental specialists provide advanced treatment. Your dentist coordinates the referral and records are shared securely within the group. Phone: (03) 9650 2726.
Specialist care when you need it
For complex cases requiring a specialist anaesthetist or the full range of dental disciplines, your Core Dental Group dentist can refer you to the Collins Street Specialist Centre, part of the Smile Solutions Group, where more than 25 registered specialists practise under one roof. Browse the specialist directory to learn more.