Relax with Sedation Dentistry at your New Braunfels Dentist

Do you experience dental anxiety?
Have you been avoiding getting needed treatment because you’re afraid of the dentist?
Does the fear of pain keep you from seeking dental care?
Are you sensitive to the sounds and smells of the dentist’s office?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are not alone. An estimated 60% of Americans experience some form of dental fear that keeps them from getting the care they need and deserve.

The good news is that at Rivercrest Family Dental, you can get pain-free treatment in a relaxed and comfortable setting with sedation dentistry.

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Relax with Sedation Dentistry at your New Braunfels Dentist

Do you experience dental anxiety?
Have you been avoiding getting needed treatment because you’re afraid of the dentist?
Does the fear of pain keep you from seeking dental care?
Are you sensitive to the sounds and smells of the dentist’s office?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are not alone. An estimated 60% of Americans experience some form of dental fear that keeps them from getting the care they need and deserve.

The good news is that at Rivercrest Family Dental, you can get pain-free treatment in a relaxed and comfortable setting with sedation dentistry.

Request an Appointment

Try Sedation Dentistry and say goodbye to your dental anxiety

Dr. Barber and his team offer sedation for patients who need help calming their nerves while undergoing treatment.

We offer three types of sedation, depending on the patient’s needs:

nitrous oxide sedation
general anesthesia
IV sedation

How Sedation Dentistry Works

Nitrous Oxide Sedation
With nitrous oxide sedation, you inhale nitrous oxide gas — also known as laughing gas — through a mask. The gas relaxes you completely, melting away your anxiety, but it does not put you to sleep. In fact, you will be fully able to comply with the dentist’s instructions and answer questions while under nitrous oxide sedation. The effects of the gas wear off as soon as the mask is taken away, so you’ll be able to leave the office and get home on your own.
General Anesthesia
General Anesthesia is an option for all our patients with any dental treatment. We will bring in a licensed professional just for you. You won’t have to leave our office for this type of sedation. We will coordinate an anesthesiologist to come to your dental visits as needed.
IV Sedation
The third type of sedation we offer at Rivercrest Family Dental is IV sedation, where a sedative is administered intravenously. Unlike nitrous oxide or oral sedation, with IV sedation, you are completely unaware of what is taking place during treatment. IV sedation is perfectly safe and effective because we have trained and certified professionals who administer the medication and monitor you throughout the procedure. Because IV sedation is more intense and longer lasting than nitrous oxide, it is imperative that someone accompany you home after your procedure. You will be unable to drive until the effects of the medication have completely worn off.