Many patients believe they’ll be unconscious under dental sedation, but this is a common misconception. During your appointment, you’ll enter what’s known as “twilight sleep,” in which you’ll be in a state of deep relaxation but still awake enough to respond to our dentists. A team member will monitor you during your appointment to ensure everything is working as it should.
You’ll be awake during your procedure regardless of the dental sedation method. Some patients may have difficulty remembering their appointment once the sedation fades, which typically takes 24 hours, depending on the sedative.