Sedation Dentistry

Experience dental care in a calm, relaxed state with safe and effective sedation options tailored to your needs.

Comfort-Focused Dental Care with a Conservative, Safety-First Approach

Dental anxiety is common, especially when complex or lengthy dental treatment is needed. At Shoop Dentistry, we offer carefully selected sedation options to help patients feel calm and comfortable during appropriate procedures — without compromising safety.

Sedation dentistry at our office is provided by Dr. Shoop, the owner and treating dentist of this privately operated practice. Shoop Dentistry is not corporate or investor owned, and sedation decisions are based on clinical judgment and patient safety, not convenience or volume.

What Is Sedation Dentistry?

Sedation dentistry uses medication to help patients remain relaxed during dental treatment. It is most appropriate for significant or involved procedures, where comfort and cooperation are important.

Sedation is not necessary for most routine dental care, and it is not used as a convenience option at our office.

Here’s how sedation dentistry can help:

Helps nervous patients feel calm during treatment.

Minimizes discomfort during longer procedures.

Allows patients to stay relaxed and still.

Helps complete more treatment in fewer visits.

Sedation Options We Offer

We provide personalized dental implant solutions designed to restore missing teeth, improve stability, and give you a confident, natural-looking smile that lasts for years.

Each treatment plan is carefully tailored to your oral health, goals, and long-term comfort.

Oral Anxiety Medication

For patients who experience dental anxiety but do not require moderate sedation, oral anti-anxiety medication may be prescribed when appropriate.

This option is intended to reduce anxiety and improve comfort during treatment without the need for deeper sedation.

After evaluation of your medical history and prescriptions you are on, Dr. Shoop may prescribe a single dose of anxiety medication to take 1 hour prior to the appointment which works best if you are on an empty stomach for 6hrs prior. It is required that you have transportation to and from the appointment and are not allowed to drive yourself.

Moderate Sedation

Moderate sedation helps patients feel deeply relaxed while remaining conscious and responsive. Patients can follow instructions during treatment and often remember very little of the procedure.

This option is typically used for:

Full-arch dental implant procedures
Complex surgical extractions
Lengthy or involved treatments

Moderate sedation is considered a safer alternative to deeper forms of sedation when appropriate.

Patients with moderate sedation will require a sedation consultation with eval and informed consent, transportation to and from the appointment, use of a patient monitor system including capnography and oral titration of sedation (sublingual) and extended appointment times.

What We Do Not Offer

Shoop Dentistry does not offer IV/deep sedation. This can be offered with 3rd party anesthesia companies brought in office upon request.

Sedation is also not provided for routine treatments such as basic fillings or cleanings. Single dose anxiety medication is utilized for this.

This reflects our conservative, safety-focused philosophy.

Our Sedation Dentistry Process

Sedation dentistry at Shoop Dentistry is designed to help patients feel calm, relaxed, and comfortable throughout their treatment.

Step 1: Consultation & Assessment

We begin with a review of your dental needs, medical history, prescriptions taken, and level of anxiety. Dr. Shoop will determine whether sedation is appropriate for your procedure and explain your options clearly. There is no pressure to choose sedation.

Step 2: Personalized Planning

If sedation is recommended, a plan is created based on your procedure and overall health. Instructions are reviewed in advance so you know what to expect before and after treatment.

Step 3: Day of Treatment

Sedation is administered in a controlled clinical setting. Patients remain conscious and responsive throughout the procedure, with comfort and safety monitored closely. Anxiety and Sedation medication can sometimes cause short term amnesia. It is rather usual to not be able to remember some parts or all of your treatment.

Step 4: Recovery & Follow-Up

After treatment, post-care instructions are provided to support a smooth recovery. Follow-up visits may be recommended depending on the procedure performed.

Independent, Doctor-Led Dental Care

Shoop Dentistry is a privately owned, doctor-led dental practice. Dr. Shoop is both the owner of the practice and the dentist providing your care.

This matters because sedation decisions are:

Sedation is offered only when it provides meaningful benefit for complex treatment — never as a default option.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Sedation Dentistry?

You may be a candidate for sedation dentistry if you:

A consultation is required to determine whether sedation is suitable for you.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sedation Dentistry

Will I be unconscious during sedation?
No. With moderate sedation, you remain conscious and responsive, though deeply relaxed. Most will fall asleep however.

Do you offer IV sedation?
No. Shoop Dentistry does not provide IV or deep sedation. We can offer this with 3rd party anesthesia providers in office upon request.

Can I get sedation for a filling or cleaning?
No. Sedation is reserved for complex or lengthy procedures, not routine dental care. Single dose anxiety medication is best for these purposes.

Is sedation dentistry safe?
When used selectively and appropriately, moderate sedation is considered a safe option for eligible patients.

Schedule a Sedation Dentistry Consultation

If you are scheduled for a complex dental procedure and are concerned about comfort or anxiety, we invite you to schedule a consultation with Dr. Shoop to discuss whether sedation dentistry is appropriate for you.