Stress-Free Dentistry with Sedation | Farmington Dental & Ortho

Dental anxiety and fear affects millions of patients. But avoiding the dentist because of these feelings can be damaging to your oral and overall health! At Farmington Dental & Orthodontics, we strive to help each patient feel comfortable in our care so they can get the healthcare they need to support a healthy smile. One way we do this is offering relaxing dental sedation as part of our comprehensive services!

Types of Dental Sedation

Nitrous Oxide

Also known as laughing gas, nitrous oxide is a mix of gases that are inhaled through the nose. They help you feel more calm in just a few breaths. Your limbs may feel a bit heavy and your reaction time may feel slower. The relaxing effects of nitrous oxide wear off quickly after the mask is removed, so you don’t need to arrange for a ride home if you do opt for it during your treatment.

Oral Conscious Sedation

For patients who need deeper relaxation, oral conscious sedation might be a great option. This is administered through a prescription pill about an hour before your treatment. Oral conscious sedation will make you drowsy as it brings you into a deep state of relaxation. You may even fall asleep. This can help you get through a long treatment. It takes several hours for the effects of oral conscious sedation to wear off. You’ll need to arrange a ride to and from your appointment for safety and rest the remainder of the day.

Sedation Dentistry FAQ

Is Dental Sedation Safe?

Dental sedation is safe when administered by trained professionals, such as our team at Farmington Dental & Orthodontics. We take many factors into account, such as your health history, weight, age, and current medications, to determine the sedation and dose that is appropriate for you.

Is Sedation Dentistry Expensive?

Some dental insurance plans provide coverage for dental sedation. Our office is insurance-friendly, gives a 5% cash discount, offers in-house payment plans, accepts financing through CareCredit^®, and has our own membership savings plan. Check out our financial page to learn more about our affordable payment options.

Who Is a Candidate for Sedation Dentistry?

Most patients are eligible for dental sedation. Whether you feel nervous to be in the dental chair, have a sensitive gag reflex, have difficulty sitting still, or are about to undergo an extensive restorative treatment, it is likely that dental sedation can help make you more comfortable.

For more information specific to your situation, please contact us to schedule an appointment at Farmington Dental & Orthodontics!

Patient Reviews

    
 
 
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    Lisa Hendrix 
 November 5, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. From the time I walked through the door I was treated with understanding & kindness. Everyone that I dealt with are very knowledgeable, patient & kind. I had avoided dentists longer than I care to admit but once I found Nick Dollar I will never look for another dentist. I recommend his office to ANYONE who is looking for a dentist. No one asked me to give a review...I did it because I truly believe in his work, people skills & staff is top notch. I usually dont take this kind of time for reviews but they are worth it.
  
 
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    Nicholas Rolfe 
 September 3, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. So I’ve neglected going to the dentist for half my life and I decided to go here because this was the last place I went when I was 16. They still had me on file, Toni at the front desk was more than helpful. Full of laughter. The coffee machine was on point. And Ashley in the back made the scary experience enjoyable and full of positives that I will surely carry with me. See y’all at my deep clean.
  
 
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    Baronger Bieger 
 May 13, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I've been going to Farmington Dental for years and have never had a negative experience. I only write this review now because I had a particularly helpful visit. While there for a routine cleaning, I got to talking with Kristin about the microbiology classes I teach. She made some observations that inspired me to approach the latter half of the semester differently, and it was a super helpful change! I guess all that is to say that the workers are competent...but also pleasant and helpful. :P
  
 
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    Joshua O'Rourke 
 April 10, 2025
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve had traumatic dental experiences in the past and am unfortunately one of those people who require a little more juice to get fully numbed. Farmington Dental not only managed to numb me completely but also prescribed an anxiety medication for the visit which helped ease the tension of getting in the chair. This is one of two dental experiences I can remember without experiencing pain and the other experience I was asleep. I’ll definitely be going back.

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Lisa Hendrix

November 5, 2025

From the time I walked through the door I was treated with understanding & kindness. Everyone that I dealt with are very knowledgeable, patient & kind. I had avoided dentists longer than I care to admit but once I found Nick Dollar I will never look for another dentist. I recommend his office to ANYONE who is looking for a dentist. No one asked me to give a review...I did it because I truly believe in his work, people skills & staff is top notch. I usually dont take this kind of time for reviews but they are worth it.

Nicholas Rolfe

September 3, 2025

So I’ve neglected going to the dentist for half my life and I decided to go here because this was the last place I went when I was 16. They still had me on file, Toni at the front desk was more than helpful. Full of laughter. The coffee machine was on point. And Ashley in the back made the scary experience enjoyable and full of positives that I will surely carry with me. See y’all at my deep clean.

Baronger Bieger

May 13, 2025

I've been going to Farmington Dental for years and have never had a negative experience. I only write this review now because I had a particularly helpful visit. While there for a routine cleaning, I got to talking with Kristin about the microbiology classes I teach. She made some observations that inspired me to approach the latter half of the semester differently, and it was a super helpful change! I guess all that is to say that the workers are competent...but also pleasant and helpful. :P

Joshua O'Rourke

April 10, 2025

I’ve had traumatic dental experiences in the past and am unfortunately one of those people who require a little more juice to get fully numbed. Farmington Dental not only managed to numb me completely but also prescribed an anxiety medication for the visit which helped ease the tension of getting in the chair. This is one of two dental experiences I can remember without experiencing pain and the other experience I was asleep. I’ll definitely be going back.