Finding a dental practice that can genuinely serve your entire family — from your toddler's first check-up to your teenager's wisdom teeth to your own long-overdue cleaning — is harder than it should be. At Dental Sedation Ottawa, we provide comprehensive dental care for every age and stage of life, with sedation options that make visits comfortable for every family member, including those who've been avoiding the dentist.
Every family has at least one member who dreads the dentist. Maybe it's a child who's scared of the sounds and smells. Maybe it's a teenager who'd rather be anywhere else. Maybe it's a parent who hasn't been in years because of anxiety they've carried since childhood. Or a grandparent who needs extensive work but can't face multiple stressful appointments.
We built our practice around the belief that dental anxiety shouldn't prevent anyone from getting the care they need — at any age. Our four levels of sedation ensure that every family member, from the most apprehensive to the most relaxed, has a comfortable experience.
When your child sees that you're relaxed at the dentist, they learn that dental visits are normal and manageable. When your anxious teenager has a good experience with sedation, they're more likely to maintain regular care as an adult. Building positive dental experiences for the whole family is an investment in everyone's long-term health.
Four levels of sedation ensure every family member finds their comfort zone
Age-specific dental care that meets each family member where they are
Choosing one practice for your entire family offers advantages that go beyond convenience. Your dental team gets to know each family member individually — their health history, their anxiety triggers, their communication preferences, and their goals. This continuity of care means better outcomes because nothing falls through the cracks.
Shared family records allow us to spot hereditary patterns. If one parent has a history of gum disease, we can monitor their children more closely for early signs. If siblings share similar dental development patterns, we can anticipate and address issues proactively.
Coordinated scheduling means fewer trips to the dental office. We can book family block appointments — back-to-back visits that get everyone seen in a single outing. For busy families juggling school, work, and activities, this efficiency is invaluable.
And there's a subtler benefit: when dental care is a shared family experience rather than an individual ordeal, it normalizes visits for children and reduces anxiety across generations.
What sets our family practice apart
Our patients consistently rate us 5 stars for gentle, anxiety-free care. Read verified patient experiences on Google.
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Children's exam and cleaning: $150–$250.
Teen exam and cleaning: $200–$300.
Adult comprehensive exam and cleaning: $250–$400.
Dental fillings: $200–$400 per tooth.
Sealants: $40–$60 per tooth.
Fluoride treatment: $30–$50.
Sedation fees vary by type: nitrous oxide $150–$250, oral sedation $300–$500, IV sedation $500–$800, general anesthesia $1,000–$1,800 per visit.
We accept all major dental insurance plans and direct-bill whenever possible.
CDCP coverage available for eligible families.
Pricing varies by treatment. Coverage verified for every family member before appointments. Flexible payment plans available.
Why families choose Dental Sedation Ottawa
