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Sedation Dentistry

Relax through your dental visit — comfort options for anxious patients.

Sedation dentistry in San Antonio makes the visits you've been putting off finally doable. Whether it's years of dental anxiety, a strong gag reflex, or a long procedure you'd rather sleep through, Still Water Dental Care and Orthodontics offers sedation options that keep you calm and comfortable while we work — so fear stops deciding the future of your smile.

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Who Sedation Helps

  • Patients with dental anxiety or past bad experiences.
  • Strong gag reflexes that make treatment difficult.
  • Long or complex procedures done in a single visit.
  • Very sensitive teeth or difficulty getting numb.
  • Kids and adults who simply want a calmer visit.
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Options We Offer

From mild relaxation that wears off before you leave, to deeper oral sedation for longer procedures, the right level depends on your anxiety, your health history, and the treatment planned. Call 254-492-3224 and we'll walk you through what fits your visit.

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Safety First

  • Health history and medication review before any sedation.
  • Monitoring throughout your procedure.
  • Clear pre- and post-visit instructions (including whether you'll need a ride).
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Combining Sedation With Treatment

Sedation pairs naturally with longer treatments — wisdom teeth removal, implant placement, and multi-tooth repairs — and it's how anxious patients catch up on years of deferred care in one or two visits instead of ten.

It's also there for urgent moments: ask about comfort options whenever you need same-day emergency dental care.

GOOD TO KNOW

Sedation Dentistry questions, answered.

Everything you need to know before your first visit. Have another question?

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Will I be unconscious?

Not with the levels we use in-office — you stay responsive but deeply relaxed. Many patients remember little of the visit.

Is sedation dentistry safe?

Yes, when properly screened and monitored. We review your health history and medications first, and monitor you throughout the procedure.

Will I need someone to drive me home?

For oral sedation, yes — plan on a ride. Milder options typically wear off before you leave; we'll tell you exactly what to expect beforehand.

Does insurance cover sedation?

Sometimes, when it's tied to a covered procedure. We verify your benefits up front and quote any out-of-pocket cost before you commit.

PAYING FOR CARE

No surprises, ever.

We review your benefits up front and lay out every option in plain language — so cost is never the reason care gets delayed.

INSURANCE

Accepted & welcomed

We work with most major providers, plus Medicaid and Medicare for adults and children.

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FINANCING

Flexible, no-surprise plans

In-house payment plans and third-party financing so treatment fits your budget, not the other way around.

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5619 W Loop 1604 N Suite 112, San Antonio, TX 78253
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5619 W Loop 1604 N Suite 112, San Antonio, TX 78253, United States

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