Sedation Dentistry

Relaxed care, calmly delivered

Oral sedation is simple to plan for. During your exam, we review your health history and the treatment ahead, then decide together whether sedation fits. If it does, we prescribe medication to take before your appointment. By the time you sit down, you feel drowsy and unbothered, though you can still respond to us and follow simple directions.

You stay conscious the whole time, and most patients remember little about the visit afterward. Because the medication takes several hours to wear off, you’ll need a friend or family member to drive you to and from the office. We’ll go over the timing and instructions with you in advance so nothing catches you off guard.

Sedation helps more people than you’d think

Sedation tends to be a good fit if you:

Feel anxious in the chair

Past experiences, the sounds, or the anticipation can make appointments hard. Sedation quiets that response so you can sit through treatment calmly.

Have a strong gag reflex

If impressions, X-rays, or work toward the back of your mouth trigger gagging, relaxing the reflex makes the visit far more manageable.

Need a longer or more involved procedure

For treatment that takes a while, staying relaxed keeps you comfortable from start to finish.

Want to combine visits

Sedation can make it easier to handle more dentistry in one sitting instead of spreading it across several trips.

Struggle to get numb or sit still

Some patients are tough to numb or find it hard to stay comfortable for long. Sedation smooths out both.

Sedation care designed
around you

Comfort only counts if it’s safe, so sedation starts with your health. We look at your medical history, current medications, and any conditions that affect how your body handles sedatives, then set a dose suited to you. If oral sedation isn’t the right call, we’ll tell you and talk through other ways to keep you comfortable.

On the day, our team checks in with you throughout treatment and keeps an eye on how you’re doing. Dr. Shahrokh and the staff work at a steady, unhurried pace, explaining each step the way patients describe in their reviews, down to small touches like a blanket and a heads-up before anything happens. Afterward, you rest until you’re ready to leave with your driver, and we send you home with clear recovery notes. The grogginess fades over the rest of the day, and most people feel like themselves by the next morning.

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Care sedation can support

Plenty of routine and restorative treatments pair well with oral sedation when nerves or comfort are a concern. That includes root canals, tooth extractions, and longer restorative work such as dental implants. If you’re dealing with pain or a broken tooth and dread the visit, sedation can also be part of how we handle emergency dental care.

Not sure where to start? A free online dental consult is an easy first step before you ever come in.

Payment & Financing

Flexible Options

We accept most PPO plans and will review your benefits with you before treatment begins. No insurance? Ask about our in-house discounted payment program. Financing is also available through CareCredit, and we accept all major credit cards.

In-house discount program (no insurance)
Most PPO plans accepted
CareCredit financing
Visa, MasterCard, Discover, AmEx

Experiences that speak for themselves

300 five-star reviews on Google!

Always friendly and warm
“The front desk team is always friendly and helpful, which makes every visit pleasant. Each time I’ve had my teeth cleaned, it’s been a good experience. Dr. Babak is a great dentist, and I have no complaints. I’ve had fillings done and a denture made, and it’s been a great experience over the last couple of years going there.”

– Dale

Kind, gentle, and thorough
“The office staff is very friendly and accommodating with my schedule. The work I had done by Dr. Shahrokh was top quality. He was very kind and gentle and explained everything to me before starting. I highly recommend San Marcos Dental Studio.”

– Daphne

Exceptional care and attention
“I recently visited this dental office and had a great experience. The doctors and hygienist were truly exceptional. They were kind, attentive, and took the time to listen to my concerns. Their professionalism made me feel confident in the treatment I received, and I will definitely be coming back.”

– Kimberly

Clear explanations, no pressure
“The staff was extremely helpful, and the dentist was awesome. Everything was explained clearly, and there was no pressure at all. I really appreciated being given the time to think things through.”

– Kristi

Professional, proactive, and trustworthy
“Dr. Shahrokh is very professional and kind. He’s proactive with dental care, which I really appreciate since I’d rather not have to worry about it. The staff is very nice, and the hygienist is the best I’ve ever had. Her cleanings are thorough. The office is clean, they accept many insurance plans, and cash prices were fair.”

– A

Frequently asked questions

The cost depends on the treatment you’re having and the amount of sedation involved, so we give you an exact figure after your exam rather than a guess online. We accept most major dental insurance and offer financing through CareCredit, Sunbit, and Proceed Financial, along with an in-house membership plan for patients without insurance. Our team walks through the numbers with you before you commit, and you can review payment and financing options ahead of time.

Most healthy adults are. As your San Marcos sedation dentist, we review your medical history, medications, and any conditions that affect sedation before recommending it, which is why the decision always follows an exam rather than a phone call. If sedation isn’t a safe fit for you, we’ll say so and offer alternatives.

No. Oral sedation keeps you awake but deeply relaxed, and you can still respond to the team. Many patients simply don’t remember much of the appointment. Since the effects linger for several hours, arrange for someone to drive you home.

Oral sedation has a long track record of safety when it’s handled by a trained dentist who screens each patient first. We tailor the dose to your health, monitor you throughout, and give you recovery instructions before you leave. Our team speaks English, Spanish, and Farsi, so you can ask questions and understand every part of the plan.

Ready when you are

Whether you’re scheduling a visit or have a question for us, we’re here to help make it easy. Reach out today!

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