You Sleep.
We Do the Rest.
Sleep dentistry uses general anaesthesia to put you into a deep, comfortable sleep for the entire duration of your dental treatment. You won’t feel, see, hear or remember a thing — you simply wake up with it all done.
This is different from light sedation or happy gas. With general anaesthesia you are fully unconscious, which is ideal for patients with significant anxiety, a strong gag reflex, or those needing extensive work done across a single visit.
The procedure is carried out at our purpose-built facility at Bayswater, in partnership with Sleep Dentistry Services — so there's no hospital admission, no long waitlists, and costs are significantly lower than hospital day surgery.
Completely unaware throughout the procedure
Anaesthesia by ANZCA-registered specialists
In-chair recovery with dedicated nursing care
Home the same day — no overnight stay
Multiple treatments in a single visit
WHAT THE PROCEDURE INVOLVES
General anaesthesia or deep sedation
You are completely asleep and unaware throughout your entire dental procedure.
Full medical review beforehand
Your records are assessed; GP and specialists consulted if required prior to the procedure.
On-site CBCT imaging available
Particularly valuable for implant planning and All-on-4 procedures — no external referral needed.
In-chair recovery nursing
Specialist nurses monitor you throughout recovery until you are safely ready to go home.
Same-day discharge
You go home with a responsible adult and receive clear aftercare instructions before you leave.
Sleep Dentistry Is Ideal For
Sleep dentistry suits a wide range of patients. If any of the following apply to you, it could be the perfect solution.
Anxious or Dental-Phobic Patients
If dental anxiety has been stopping you from getting treatment, general anaesthesia means you are completely unaware — eliminating all stress and fear during the procedure.
Patients with a Severe Gag Reflex
A strong gag reflex can make even basic dental work extremely difficult or impossible. Under general anaesthesia the gag reflex is inactive, allowing your dentist to work freely.
Children & Special Needs Patients
For children who cannot cooperate while awake, or patients with special healthcare needs, general anaesthesia provides a completely pain-free and stress-free experience.
Complex or Extensive Treatment
Multiple fillings, extractions, crowns or implants? Sleep dentistry lets your dentist complete several procedures in a single visit — saving time and multiple appointments.
Implants & All-on-4 Cases
Our on-site CBCT imaging is especially valuable for complex implant procedures and All-on-4 cases that require precise 3D bone assessment before treatment.
Anyone Who Prefers to Sleep Through It
Even without severe anxiety, you can simply choose to sleep through your dental treatment. Many patients prefer the comfort and convenience — you wake up and it's done.
How It Works
A clear, well-supported process from your first call through to going home the same day.
Consultation
Contact our Carrum Downs clinic. We'll discuss your needs, answer questions and confirm whether sleep dentistry is right for you.
Medical Review
Our specialist anaesthesia team reviews your medical history and liaises with your GP or specialists if required before the procedure.
Procedure Day
You attend our Bayswater facility. Anaesthesia is administered and your dentist completes all planned treatment while you sleep.
Recovery & Home
You recover in our clinic with specialist nursing care, then go home with a responsible adult and full aftercare instructions.
A Purpose-Built Sleep Dentistry Facility
Your procedure is carried out at our Carrum Downs facility with a specialist anaesthesia team, dedicated recovery support, and a calm environment designed for patient comfort.
Procedure & monitoring
A controlled clinical environment with specialist anaesthesia and continuous monitoring throughout your treatment.
Comfortable carer spaces
A calmer setting for accompanying adults while patients are in treatment and recovery.
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Transparent, Affordable Costs
Three fees apply to sleep dentistry. Our clinic-based model keeps costs well below hospital day surgery.
Dentist Fee
Charged for the dental treatment performed. Agreed directly with our Carrum Downs Dental team at your consultation.
Anaesthesia Fee
Covers your full specialist anaesthesia care — medical review, general anaesthesia, and in-chair recovery nursing.
Theatre Fee
$250 first hour · $150/hr thereafter
Performed at our purpose-built clinic — significantly lower than hospital day surgery theatre rates.
Medicare Rebate Available: The anaesthetist fee may be partially covered by Medicare, depending on your Medicare Safety Net eligibility, concession or Family Tax B status, and duration of anaesthesia. Our team can check your eligibility and provide an estimate so you know approximately what to expect. Rebates are typically received the day after claiming via MyGov.
We also offer interest-free Humm payment plans with weekly, fortnightly or monthly options. Please speak with our Carrum Downs reception team for full details.
Safety You Can Trust
General anaesthesia in the hands of qualified specialists is considered extremely safe. Our team ensures every precaution is taken for every patient.
ANZCA-registered anaesthetists
Our specialist team holds qualifications from the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists.
Thorough pre-procedure medical review
Records assessed; GP and specialist consultation arranged where required before your procedure.
Pre-operative checks
Any required pre-operative tests are completed in advance to ensure you are fully prepared on the day.
Specialist recovery nursing
Dedicated nurses monitor you throughout in-chair recovery until you are safely ready to go home.
Clear aftercare instructions
Full aftercare guidance provided to your accompanying adult, with follow-up support available.
OUR ANAESTHESIA PARTNER
Sleep Dentistry Services — Melbourne's specialist dental anaesthesia team
Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA) compliant
Faculty of Pain Medicine accredited
Registered with the Victorian Department of Health
Two purpose-built treatment theatres at Bayswater facility
On-site CBCT imaging, experienced registered nurses, private waiting rooms
Common Questions
General anaesthesia administered by ANZCA-registered anaesthetists is considered extremely safe. Our team conducts a full medical review before every procedure to ensure you are a suitable candidate and that all precautions are in place.
No. The procedure is performed at our purpose-built facility in Bayswater — not at a hospital. This means no admission paperwork, no long waitlists, and theatre fees significantly lower than hospital day surgery rates.
Three fees apply: a dentist fee for your dental treatment, an anaesthesia fee (which may attract a Medicare rebate of 20–80%), and a theatre fee of $250 for the first hour and $150 for each additional hour. Interest-free Humm payment plans are also available. Contact our Carrum Downs team for a personalised estimate.
The anaesthetist fee may attract a Medicare rebate depending on your Safety Net eligibility, concession status, Family Tax B status, and duration of anaesthesia. Our team can check your eligibility and give an approximate estimate before your procedure. Rebates are typically received the day after claiming via MyGov.
Yes. You must be accompanied by a responsible adult who can drive you home and remain with you for the rest of the day. You cannot drive, operate machinery or make important decisions for 24 hours after general anaesthesia.
Yes. Sleep dentistry is a safe and effective option for children who cannot cooperate with dental treatment while awake due to age, anxiety, or fear. Our anaesthesia team is experienced with paediatric patients and will conduct a thorough medical review beforehand.
Simply call or email our Carrum Downs Dental clinic. Our team will have a friendly conversation about your needs, answer any questions, and guide you through the process — with no obligation whatsoever.
Ready to Book or Have Questions?
Contact our Carrum Downs Dental team today. We're happy to answer any questions about sleep dentistry, check your Medicare eligibility, and help you take the first step.