Sedation Dentist Austin
Here, Your Comfort Comes First
We understand that past bad experiences at the dental office, anxiety, and fear all come into play when visiting the dental office. Our team at Highland West Dental Care always prioritizes our patients’ comfort and relaxation during each visit, which is why you can count on us always being friendly, honest, and approachable. However, we also realize that there are some cases where sedation dentistry in Austin may be necessary. In these circumstances, we offer several sedation methods to make sure you have a positive experience with us.
Why Choose Highland West Dental Care for Sedation Dentistry?
- Inviting, Friendly & Knowledgeable Dental Team
- Comfortable & Modern Dental Office with Amenities
- Patients Never Wait to Be Seen – We’re Always on Time
Nitrous Oxide Sedation
Nitrous oxide is the most versatile method of dental sedation that we offer, as the effects quickly wear off and it’s administered in-office for a number of reasons. Whether you have a strong gag reflex, minor dental anxiety, or you have difficulty sitting still in the treatment chair, we can administer nitrous oxide as soon as you sit in our chair. Within about 30 seconds, you’ll feel a relaxing and euphoric wave wash over you that will help you feel at ease.
Oral Conscious Sedation
Oral conscious sedation is taken before your appointment, allowing the effects to kick in by the time you arrive. Dr. Pevzner will prescribe you a single pill to take about an hour before your visit. Typically, this medication is in the diazepam family. Because the effects can linger for up to eight hours, you’ll need to have a trusted friend or family member scheduled to drop you off and pick you up from your visit.
IV Dental Sedation
Our strongest method of dental sedation offered is IV sedation. By administering the medication directly into the bloodstream, the effects are potent and take place immediately. They can also linger for up to 24 hours, so you’ll need to clear the rest of your day to stay home and recover. It’s ideal for those who have severe dental fears or who are undergoing procedures like dental implant placement or multiple tooth extractions.