What sedation actually is
Sedation is medication-based relaxation under an anesthesiologist's supervision — not sleep in the medical sense. The patient stays conscious and can respond to the dentist's requests, but is in a deeply relaxed state, free of anxiety, with little to no memory of the procedure afterward — hence the informal phrase "treatment while you sleep."
How sedation differs from general anesthesia
With sedation, the patient breathes independently and stays conscious, while general anesthesia switches off consciousness entirely and requires more complex airway management. Sedation is easier on the body, and recovery is faster.
What are the downsides of sedation
The main limitations are health-related contraindications, which the anesthesiologist evaluates before treatment, and the fact that you can't drive on the day of the procedure because of residual relaxation. Sedation is also an add-on service on top of the treatment itself, which increases the total cost of the visit.
Who sedation is right for
Patients with a strong fear of dental treatment, a heightened gag reflex, and anyone who needs a large volume of treatment done in one visit — from cavities to complex surgical procedures such as wisdom tooth extraction — without getting worn out.
How treatment under sedation works
It starts with a consultation with the anesthesiologist, who evaluates contraindications — partly based on diagnostic imaging — and selects the right type of sedation. The medication-based relaxation takes effect quickly, and the dentist carries out the needed procedures while the anesthesiologist monitors the patient. Afterward, the patient rests under supervision for 30–60 minutes before leaving the clinic.
How much does sedation cost in Odesa
At MaslovClinic, treatment under sedation starts from 6900 UAH — the price depends on the scope of dental treatment and the type of sedation, both decided at the consultation.