SEDATION IMPLANT
Sedation Implants
We reduce the fear and tension of dental treatment
so implant surgery can proceed in a more relaxed state.
What are sedation implants?
Sedation implants are an approach in which sedative medication helps the patient
stay relaxed and settled while
implant treatment
is carried out.
Treatment is generally performed in a sedated state in which the patient
can breathe on their own and respond to
the clinician's touch or instructions, and local anesthesia
is given alongside it for pain control.
Standard implants vs. sedation implants
Sedation implants do not use a different implant
or a different placement technique.
Conscious sedation is simply applied
to the implant surgery itself.
-
CategoryStandard ImplantsSedation Implants
-
TreatmentStandard Implants
Treated while
fully awakeSedation ImplantsTreated in a relaxed
sedated state -
AnesthesiaStandard Implants
Local anesthesia
Sedation ImplantsConscious sedation plus
local anesthesia -
Tension during treatmentStandard Implants
Sounds and vibration
are felt directlySedation ImplantsLess tension and less
burden from memories of treatment -
MonitoringStandard Implants
Routine surgical
monitoringSedation ImplantsSedation level and
vital signs monitored together -
After treatmentStandard Implants
Go home after a check
Sedation ImplantsFull recovery check and
a companion required
What is sedation dentistry,
and how does it work?
Learn more about conscious sedation: how it works, how it differs
from general anesthesia, and who it is suited for.
Learn more about sedation dentistry
Who sedation implants are recommended for
If you have strong dental anxiety or a long
implant surgery feels overwhelming,
sedation can be considered after a careful
review of your general health.
Patients with severe fear
or tension about dental treatment
Patients with a bad experience
from past dental treatment
Patients with a strong gag reflex
that makes long treatment difficult
Patients who need several implants
placed in one session
Patients who need combined surgery such as
a bone graft or sinus lift
Patients who find a long surgery time hard to bear
Sedation implants treatment process
Based on a detailed examination and medical history, we plan
the implant placement and the sedation together,
and watch the patient closely from treatment through recovery.
STEP 01.
Consultation and medical history
We discuss your fear of dental treatment and past treatment experiences,
and review systemic conditions, medications, allergies and anything else relevant to sedation.
STEP 02.
Detailed examination and general health check
A 3D CT scan and oral examination show the condition of the jawbone and teeth,
and we check basic general health such as blood pressure and pulse.
STEP 03.
Treatment and sedation planning
We plan the implant positions and the scope of treatment, and set
the sedation method and monitoring plan based on your health status.
STEP 04.
Sedation induction and status check
After connecting the monitoring equipment, sedation is induced, and treatment begins
once your response, spontaneous breathing and vital signs have been checked.
STEP 05.
Real-time monitoring and implant treatment
Blood pressure, pulse and oxygen saturation are monitored continuously
during treatment while the implants are placed in the planned positions.
STEP 06.
Recovery check and discharge
In the recovery area we confirm that consciousness and vital signs have recovered well,
explain the aftercare instructions, and you go home with your companion.
Sedation implants before and after care
From fasting and medication checks before treatment to a companion
and proper rest afterward,
following the instructions you are given supports a stable
treatment and recovery.
Fast for the period you are instructed.
To reduce the risk of vomiting or aspiration during sedation, limit food and drink
according to the timing and instructions given by the clinic.
Tell us about systemic conditions and medications.
Let us know in advance about conditions such as high blood pressure or diabetes, current medications,
allergies and previous surgeries. Do not stop any medication on your own; discuss it with the clinical team.
Come with a companion.
Drowsiness or dizziness can linger for a while after sedation,
so we recommend coming to the clinic with a companion on the day of treatment.
Avoid driving and
important tasks on the same day.
Judgment and reaction time may not be fully recovered after treatment,
so avoid driving, operating machinery and making important decisions.
Rest well and
avoid strenuous activity.
Rest well after treatment and, for the period you are instructed, avoid alcohol, smoking,
intense exercise and saunas.
Follow your prescription and recovery instructions.
Take prescribed medication as directed, and start with soft foods once you are fully alert.
If bleeding or pain gets worse, contact the clinic.
Sedation implants frequently asked questions
Answers to the questions patients most often ask
before visiting Seoul Standard Dental Clinic.
Will I feel pain from the implant surgery while sedated?
Sedation is used to reduce tension and anxiety, and local anesthesia is given alongside it for pain control.
How much you feel or remember during treatment can vary from person to person.
Can multiple implants or a bone graft be done at the same time?
If your oral and general health allow it, sedation can be applied to combined treatments such as multiple implants, bone grafts or a sinus lift.
The scope of treatment is decided after a detailed examination.
Can older patients or patients with systemic conditions have sedation implants?
Age alone does not decide whether sedation implants are possible.
We check systemic conditions, current medications, blood pressure and overall health, consult with the relevant physician when needed, and then decide whether sedation is appropriate.
Can I go home right after sedation implant surgery?
After treatment, you rest until we confirm that your consciousness and vital signs have recovered to a stable level, and then you can go home.
A companion must accompany you on the day, and you should not drive yourself.
How much do sedation implants cost?
The conscious sedation fee of KRW 300,000 is added to the implant fee.
Implants are priced per tooth: Megagen ST KRW 690,000, Osstem BA KRW 890,000, Osstem SOI KRW 1,090,000. These are standard prices (price basis date 2026-08-17, confirmed by the Director).
Additional procedures such as a bone graft or sinus lift are charged separately.
Are sedation implants different from implants under general anesthesia?
Yes.
Conscious sedation is a light level of sedation in which spontaneous breathing and responsiveness are maintained, combined with local anesthesia. General anesthesia is a separate field in which the patient is fully unconscious and operating-room level management is required (source: Korea Disease Control and Prevention Agency, National Health Information Portal, dental sedation).
What dental clinics call sleep anesthesia usually means conscious sedation.
I take osteoporosis medication. Can I still have sedation implants?
Antiresorptive drugs such as bisphosphonates and denosumab are associated with a risk of osteonecrosis of the jaw (MRONJ). Before treatments that involve bleeding, such as extractions or implants, guidelines recommend consulting the prescribing physician about whether and when to pause the medication (source: relevant academic society MRONJ guidelines).
Do not stop the medication on your own. Let us know first, and we will coordinate the timing with your physician.
What sets
Seoul Standard Dental Clinic apart
We look closely at each patient's condition and
honestly recommend only the treatment that is needed.
From diagnosis to aftercare,
we keep to the fundamentals and do things by the book.
-
A Director who graduated with honors from Seoul National University School of Dentistry
and a team of six dentists working togetherSix dentists organized by specialty take responsibility for your care
from start to finish within a structured system. -
A treatment system that eases
concerns about painComfort anesthesia and sedation dentistry help reduce
the pain and fear of dental treatment. -
Clinical experience built
in Daejeon over the yearsWith more than 20,000 treatments to date, we continue to provide
care that follows the standard across a wide range of treatments. -
Advanced equipment
for greater accuracyDigital diagnostic and monitoring equipment lets us check each patient's condition in detail
and deliver more accurate and stable care.
Get treated after work
Seoul Standard Dental Clinic has evening hours
until 8:30 PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Main line
+82-42-823-2279
Directions
4F, 511-7 Doan-daero, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon, South Korea
(474-3 Sangdae-dong)
Parking
Underground parking in the building (limited space)
Doan public parking lot behind the building (parking fee covered for the length of your visit)
Hours
-
Mon, Wed, Fri
9:30 AM to 6:30 PM
-
Tue, Thu
9:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Evening hours
-
Saturday
9:30 AM to 2:00 PM
-
Lunch
12:30 to 2:00 PM
-
*Saturday: open through lunch
*Closed Sundays and public holidays
*Last check-in is 30 minutes before closing
