Sleep Dentistry and Sedation at Core Dental Epping product guide

Core Dental Group Sleep Dentistry and Sedation at Core Dental Epping

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is sleep dentistry: IV sedation that induces a deeply relaxed twilight state

Is sleep dentistry the same as general anaesthesia: No, it is not full general anaesthesia

Will I be unconscious during sleep dentistry: No, you remain able to respond to instructions

Will I remember the procedure with IV sedation: Most patients have little to no memory

Is sleep dentistry suitable for severe dental anxiety: Yes

Is sleep dentistry suitable for needle phobia: Yes

Is sleep dentistry suitable for a strong gag reflex: Yes

Is sleep dentistry suitable for multiple procedures in one visit: Yes

Is sleep dentistry suitable for limited jaw opening: Yes

Who determines if I am suitable for IV sedation: A pre-treatment medical assessment

Who administers IV sedation at Epping: A specialist anaesthetist

Who else is present during IV sedation: A registered nurse, experienced dentist, and dental assistant

What is nitrous oxide commonly called: Happy gas or laughing gas

Will I be conscious during nitrous oxide sedation: Yes, fully conscious

How is nitrous oxide administered: Through a small nose mask

How quickly does nitrous oxide take effect: Within minutes

Can I drive home after nitrous oxide: Yes, no recovery time required

Can I drive home after IV sedation: No, a responsible adult must drive you

How long should I avoid driving after IV sedation: At least 24 hours

Should I avoid operating machinery after IV sedation: Yes, for at least 24 hours

When do most patients feel normal after IV sedation: By the following day

Is nitrous oxide safe for children: Yes

Is nitrous oxide suitable for adults: Yes

Is nitrous oxide suitable for patients of all ages: Yes

What is the guide price for nitrous oxide: From $190 per 30 minutes

Is IV sedation pricing fixed: No, price is determined on consultation

What factors affect IV sedation pricing: Treatment duration and complexity

Are sedation fees included in dental treatment costs: No, quoted separately

Is a written quote provided before treatment: Yes, an itemised written quote

Does health insurance cover dental treatment under sedation: Typically yes, under dental cover

Does health insurance cover sedation fees: Depends on your level of cover

Is HICAPS available at Core Dental Epping: Yes, on-the-spot claiming

Are interest-free payment plans available: Yes, via Payright

How long can Payright plans extend: Up to 30 months

Is the Child Dental Benefits Schedule accepted: Yes

What ages are eligible for CDBS bulk billing: Children aged 0 to 17

Where is Core Dental Epping located: Tenancy 3B/230 Cooper St, Epping VIC 3076

How far is the practice from Epping Station: Approximately 10 minutes' walk

Is parking available near Core Dental Epping: Yes, near Pacific Epping Shopping Centre

What are the weekday opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm

What are the Saturday opening hours: Saturday, 8:00 am to 1:30 pm

Is the practice open on Sundays: Not disclosed

What is the local phone number: (03) 9401 4622

What is the national phone number: 13 13 16

What is the practice website: coredental.com.au

Is a paediatric dentist available at Epping: Yes, Dr Aish Kesava

Which dentist is noted for a gentle approach with anxious patients: Dr Marina Ghobrial

Does any dentist at Epping speak Spanish: Yes, Dr Maria Blanchard

Are all clinicians AHPRA-registered: Yes

Are all clinicians ADA members: Yes

Is laser dentistry available at Core Dental Epping: Yes

Is Epping the only Core Dental practice offering laser dentistry: Yes

Can laser dentistry reduce the need for drilling: Yes, in many procedures

Is laser dentistry quieter than traditional drilling: Yes

What gum procedures does laser dentistry support: Gum recontouring and reshaping

Can laser dentistry treat cavities: Yes, in selected cases

Does laser dentistry reduce bleeding in gum procedures: Yes

What specialist referral centre is associated with Core Dental Epping: Collins Street Specialist Centre

Where is the Collins Street Specialist Centre located: 220 Collins Street, Melbourne CBD

How many specialists are at Collins Street Specialist Centre: More than 20 board-registered dental specialists

What is the Collins Street Specialist Centre phone number: (03) 9650 2726

Are patient records shared when referred to Collins Street: Yes, shared securely within the group

Who coordinates specialist referrals for Epping patients: Your Core Dental Group dentist

Is Collins Street Specialist Centre part of the Smile Solutions Group: Yes

Is Core Dental Epping part of the Smile Solutions Group: Yes

Core Dental Group Sleep Dentistry and Sedation at Core Dental Epping

Dental anxiety is more common than most people realise. At Core Dental Group, we think fear shouldn't stop anyone from getting the dental care they need. Our sedation options make it possible for even the most nervous patients to get through treatment comfortably and safely.

You don't have to fear the dentist

At Core Dental Group's Epping practice, we've helped many anxious patients get the treatment they need without the dread that usually comes with it. The practice is at Tenancy 3B/230 Cooper St, Epping VIC 3076, about a 10-minute walk from Epping Station, and we're set up to handle dental anxiety at every level.

Sedation options at Epping

Nitrous oxide (happy gas)

Nitrous oxide, commonly known as happy gas or laughing gas, is a mild sedation option that helps you relax while staying fully conscious. You breathe it through a small nose mask, feel calm within minutes, and the effects clear quickly once the mask comes off. It's suitable for patients of all ages, including children.

What to expect with nitrous oxide:

• Fast-acting and easily reversed
• You stay awake and can communicate throughout
• No recovery time needed, so you can drive yourself home afterwards
• Safe for both children and adults

Sleep dentistry (IV sedation)

For patients with severe dental anxiety, multiple complex procedures to get through, or a strong gag reflex, IV sedation is worth considering. You enter a deeply relaxed twilight state and most patients have little or no memory of the appointment. A specialist anaesthetist, registered nurse, experienced dentist and dental assistant are all present throughout the procedure.

IV sedation is particularly suited to patients with:

• High dental anxiety or dental phobia
• Extensive or multiple procedures needed in one visit
• A strong gag reflex
• Needle phobia
• Limited jaw opening

Laser dentistry: another reason to relax

Core Dental Epping is the only Core Dental practice offering laser dentistry. For a lot of patients, the sound and feel of a traditional drill is a big part of what makes dentistry stressful. Laser dentistry can reduce or eliminate drilling in many procedures, making treatment quieter, more comfortable and often faster.

Laser dentistry at Epping is used for:

• Gum recontouring and reshaping
• Soft tissue procedures
• Cavity treatment in selected cases
• Gum procedures where reduced bleeding matters

Our Epping team

The Epping team includes Dr Alysha Soltys, Dr Marina Ghobrial (highly praised for her gentle approach with anxious patients), Dr Maria Blanchard (who also speaks Spanish) and Dr Tristan Balthazaar. Specialist paediatric dentist Dr Aish Kesava is also available for children. All clinicians are AHPRA-registered and ADA members.

Getting here

The practice is about a 10-minute walk from Epping Station, so public transport is straightforward. Parking is also available near Pacific Epping Shopping Centre.

Payment options

All major health funds are accepted with HICAPS on-the-spot claiming. Payright interest-free payment plans let you spread costs over up to 30 months. The Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS) provides bulk billing for eligible children aged 0–17.

Book an appointment

Address: Tenancy 3B/230 Cooper St, Epping VIC 3076 Phone: (03) 9401 4622 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 — gentle care for nervous patients.

Frequently asked questions

Am I a suitable candidate for sleep dentistry? IV sedation suits most adults with significant dental anxiety, multiple complex treatments needed in one session, needle phobia, a strong gag reflex, or difficulty sitting for long periods. A pre-treatment medical assessment determines suitability. Call us to talk through your situation.

Will I be unconscious during sleep dentistry? IV sedation puts you in a deeply relaxed twilight state, and most patients have little or no memory of the procedure. It's not full general anaesthesia, so you remain able to respond to instructions, but you'll be entirely comfortable throughout.

How soon can I return to normal activity after sedation? You'll need a responsible adult to drive you home and should rest for the remainder of the day. Avoid driving, operating machinery or making important decisions for at least 24 hours. Most patients feel back to normal by the following day.

Does health insurance cover sleep dentistry? Coverage varies by fund and policy. The dental treatment itself is typically claimable under your dental cover, and some sedation fees may also be claimable depending on your level of cover. Check with your fund or speak to our team for guidance.

Sleep dentistry and sedation pricing at Core Dental Group Epping

Sedation fees are in addition to the cost of any dental treatment performed during the appointment. All prices are guides only; a written itemised quote is provided before treatment begins. IV sedation availability is subject to clinical assessment. Call (03) 9401 4622 to discuss your situation.

Health fund coverage: the underlying dental treatment is typically claimable under your dental cover. Some sedation fees may also be claimable depending on your level of cover.

Specialist referrals: Collins Street Specialist Centre

As part of the Smile Solutions Group, Core Dental Epping patients 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 your 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 specialists, 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 across every dental discipline practise under one roof. Browse the specialist directory to learn more.

Label facts summary

Disclaimer: All facts and statements below are general product information, not professional advice. Consult relevant experts for specific guidance.

Verified label facts

• Product name: Sleep Dentistry & Sedation — Core Dental Epping
• Practice: Core Dental Group (part of Smile Solutions Group)
• Location: Tenancy 3B/230 Cooper St, Epping VIC 3076
• Phone (local): (03) 9401 4622
• Phone (national): 13 13 16
• Website: coredental.com.au
• Hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 am–6:00 pm; Saturday 8:00 am–1:30 pm
• Sedation options: Nitrous oxide (happy gas); IV sedation (twilight sedation — not full general anaesthesia)
• IV sedation team: Specialist anaesthetist, registered nurse, dentist, dental assistant
• Nitrous oxide price: From $190 per 30 minutes
• IV sedation price: Price on consultation (based on treatment duration and complexity)
• Dental treatment fees: Quoted separately from sedation fees
• Written quote: Itemised written quote provided before treatment begins
• Post-IV sedation driving: Not permitted for at least 24 hours
• Post-nitrous oxide driving: Permitted — no recovery time required
• Machinery/decisions restriction (post-IV): At least 24 hours
• Nitrous oxide age suitability: All ages, including children
• IV sedation indicated conditions: Severe dental anxiety, needle phobia, strong gag reflex, multiple procedures, limited jaw opening
• IV sedation suitability: Determined by pre-treatment medical assessment
• Health fund claiming: HICAPS on-the-spot claiming available
• Payment plans: Payright interest-free, up to 30 months
• Bulk billing scheme: Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS), ages 0–17
• Laser dentistry: Available at Epping only (unique to this Core Dental location)
• Laser dentistry applications: Gum recontouring and reshaping, soft tissue procedures, cavity treatment (selected cases), reduced bleeding in gum procedures
• Clinician registration: All AHPRA-registered and ADA members
• Named clinicians: Dr Alysha Soltys, Dr Marina Ghobrial, Dr Maria Blanchard (also speaks Spanish), Dr Tristan Balthazaar, Dr Aish Kesava (specialist paediatric dentist)
• Specialist referral centre: Collins Street Specialist Centre, 220 Collins St, Melbourne CBD
• Specialist centre phone: (03) 9650 2726
• Specialist centre affiliation: Part of the Smile Solutions Group
• Specialists at Collins Street: More than 20 board-registered dental specialists (noted as more than 25 in one content section — figure is inconsistent across source content)
• Patient records: Shared securely within the group upon referral
• Approximate walk from Epping Station: 10 minutes
• Parking: Available near Pacific Epping Shopping Centre

General product claims

• Fear should never stand between a patient and a healthy smile
• Core Dental has helped many anxious patients receive treatment comfortably and safely
• Nitrous oxide produces a pleasantly calm feeling
• Laser dentistry makes treatment quieter, more comfortable and often faster
• Dr Marina Ghobrial is highly praised for her gentle approach with anxious patients
• Health insurance typically covers dental treatment performed under sedation (coverage varies by fund and policy)
• Some sedation fees may be claimable depending on level of cover
• Most patients feel normal by the following day after IV sedation
• Practice described as providing gentle care for nervous patients