Sedation Dentistry in North Austin & Georgetown, TX
Everyone deserves quality dental care without the stress. Safe, proven sedation — nitrous oxide and oral sedation — helps anxious patients feel calm and comfortable in the chair.
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What sedation dentistry actually is
Sedation dentistry uses safe, proven medication to ease dental anxiety and create a calm, stress-free experience. Both of our methods are designed to fit a wide range of comfort levels: you remain awake and able to respond during treatment, but feel deeply relaxed throughout the visit.
That makes it easier to receive important preventive care, restorative treatments like fillings or crowns, and even cosmetic procedures — without fear or discomfort. If you’ve been avoiding the dentist because of anxiety, sedation can help you get the care you need while staying comfortable and confident in the chair.
During your consultation, we discuss your dental history, level of anxiety, and the treatments you need, then recommend the sedation method best suited for you.
Nitrous oxide or oral sedation — your choice
Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas)
A gentle sedative breathed through a small nose mask, bringing calm or light euphoria without unconsciousness. Effects wear off quickly once the gas stops — you can drive yourself home and resume normal activities right after.
Oral Sedation
For deeper relaxation: a prescribed medication taken shortly before your appointment. You stay awake and responsive but significantly calmer, often with limited memory of the procedure. You’ll need a trusted companion to drive you home.
Safety & Monitoring
We review your medical history, medications, and allergies first — and monitor heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels throughout, adjusting sedation promptly if needed.
Simple Preparation
Nitrous oxide generally needs no fasting or special prep. Oral sedation may require a few hours without food or drink beforehand — you’ll get a thorough list of do’s and don’ts either way.
More than anxiety relief
Anxiety, gag reflex, past trauma
Moderate nervousness about routine cleanings, a strong gag reflex, low pain tolerance, or a past negative dental experience — sedation eases each of them and helps reframe future visits in a positive light.
More done in one visit
Feeling relaxed lets us work more effectively — sometimes completing multiple treatments in a single session. If your schedule is tight, deeper relaxation helps you breeze through longer appointments.
Better long-term oral health
Without anxiety holding you back, you’re less likely to skip essential care — so minor issues get addressed early, before they become major complications like advanced decay or gum disease.
“Don’t let fear stand in the way of a healthy, confident smile — sedation transforms dental care from daunting to doable, one comfortable visit at a time.”The Hammons Family Dental Promise
Comfortable care, whatever you need
Stress-free dentistry in North Austin or Georgetown
Whichever office is closer to home, you’ll get the same standards, the same team approach, and the same unhurried care. New patients are welcome with the $129 Complete Care New Patient Experience.
Hammons Family Dental — North Austin
10740 Research Blvd., Ste. 125Austin, TX 78759(512) 795-9960
Mon–Thu 7:00am–6:00pm · Fri 8:00am–5:00pm
Book North AustinHammons Family Dental — Georgetown
1502 Blue Ridge Dr., Ste. 101Georgetown, TX 78626(512) 713-1101
Mon–Thu 7:00am–6:00pm · Fri 8:00am–5:00pm
Book GeorgetownQuestions patients ask about sedation
Will I be unconscious during sedation dentistry?
No. With nitrous oxide and oral sedation you’ll be awake or in a light sleep-like state, remaining responsive throughout your care — deeply relaxed, not asleep.
Is sedation safe for children?
In many cases, yes. Nitrous oxide is often used for children who have difficulty sitting still or experience significant fear. Each child’s medical background is carefully evaluated first to ensure safety.
Are there side effects?
Nitrous oxide side effects are minimal and dissipate quickly once the gas stops. Oral sedation may leave you groggy for a few hours, so you’ll need a companion to escort you home.
Can I drive myself home afterward?
After nitrous oxide, yes — its effects wear off within minutes. After oral sedation, no — plan for a trusted friend or family member to drive you home.
Which sedation option is right for me?
That depends on your anxiety level, health history, and the treatment planned. At your consultation, Dr. Hammons reviews your history and recommends the best fit — and explains the trade-offs of each so you can choose.
Your next step toward stress-free dentistry
Schedule a consultation to discuss whether nitrous oxide or oral sedation is right for you — and make your next appointment a genuinely comfortable one.
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