Sedation Dentistry in Tulsa — Comfortable, Anxiety-Free Care
Safe and effective sedation dentistry for calm and comfortable dental visits—perfect for patients with anxiety, sensitive reflexes, or complex procedures.
▸ 80+ Years Combined Experience
▸ Multiple Sedation Options Available
▸ Safe, Monitored, In-House
Who Benefits From Sedation Dentistry
Sedation dentistry is for anyone who's been putting off dental care because the chair feels impossible to sit in. If any of the following sound like you, sedation might be the answer.
This is for you if you...
Have severe dental anxiety or panic at the thought of going to the dentist
Had a traumatic dental experience in the past you've never gotten over
Are afraid of needles, drills, or the sounds and smells of a dental office
Have a strong gag reflex that makes routine cleanings difficult
Have trouble sitting still for long appointments
Need extensive or complex dental work done in fewer visits
Have sensitive teeth or a low pain threshold
Have special needs that make traditional dental visits challenging
Have avoided the dentist for years because of fear or shame
You're not alone. Dental anxiety affects millions of people. We won't judge you — we'll just help you finally get the care you've been putting off.
What to Expect With Sedation Dentistry
We've walked countless anxious patients through their first sedation visit. Here's exactly how the process works at Tulsa Time Dental Design.
Step 1 — Honest Consultation
We start with a low-pressure conversation about your fears, your medical history, and what's been keeping you out of the dental chair. No judgment, no pressure — just real talk.
Step 2 — Choose Your Sedation Level
Based on your needs and the procedure, Dr. Franklin will recommend the right sedation option — nitrous oxide (laughing gas), oral sedation, or IV sedation. We'll walk you through what each one feels like and what to expect.
Step 3 — Comfortable Treatment Day
You arrive, we administer your sedation, and you settle in. Our team monitors you closely the entire time. Most patients describe the experience as "the easiest dental visit I've ever had" — many don't remember much of it at all.
Step 4 — Easy Recovery
Depending on the sedation type, you'll either drive yourself home (nitrous oxide) or have a friend or family member drive you (oral or IV sedation). Most patients are back to normal within a few hours.
New to sedation dentistry? Most patients tell us afterward they wish they'd tried it years earlier.
What Tulsa Patients Are Saying About Sedation Dentistry
Who's Administering Your Sedation
Sedation dentistry involves medication — and you deserve to know who's overseeing your care, what their training is, and how your safety is monitored. At Tulsa Time Dental Design, every sedation case is administered and monitored by a credentialed in-house team.
Dr. Franklin, DDS — Lead Sedation Dentist
Founder of Tulsa Time Dental Design with extensive experience in sedation dentistry, complex restorative procedures, and treating patients with severe dental anxiety. Dr. Franklin is known for his calm bedside manner and the ability to make even the most fearful patients feel genuinely at ease.
Trained Sedation Team & Continuous Monitoring
Sedation isn't something we hand off. From the moment you arrive until you leave, our trained team monitors your vital signs continuously — heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation — to ensure your safety throughout the entire procedure.
Multiple Sedation Options to Match Your Needs
From the lightest sedation (nitrous oxide for routine cleanings) to deeper IV sedation for complex implant or full-mouth procedures, we offer the full spectrum so we can match the right level of relaxation to your specific situation.
Member of the American Dental Association (ADA). Fully licensed and insured in Oklahoma.
Now accepting SoonerCare for dentures and extractions!
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Now accepting SoonerCare for dentures and extractions! ◆
You've Avoided the Dentist Long Enough.
Whether it's been six months or sixteen years, our sedation team will meet you where you are — and finally help you get the care you've been putting off.
More About Sedation Dentistry at Tulsa Time Dental Design
Tulsa Time Dental Design provides safe, monitored sedation dentistry services for patients across the Tulsa metro at our office located at 3747 E 11th St, Tulsa, OK 74112. With more than 80 years of combined clinical experience, our licensed sedation dental team offers nitrous oxide (laughing gas), oral conscious sedation, and IV sedation for patients dealing with dental anxiety, dental phobia, sensitive gag reflexes, special needs, or complex dental procedures.
Sedation dentistry exists for one reason: to help people who've been avoiding the dentist finally get the care they need. Severe dental anxiety affects millions of adults, and the cost of avoidance is real — small cavities turn into root canals, gum issues turn into tooth loss, and the longer dental work is delayed, the more expensive and invasive it becomes. Sedation dentistry breaks that cycle by making dental visits genuinely comfortable, often allowing multiple procedures to be completed in a single relaxed visit instead of spread across many appointments.
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Unlike many dental offices that refer sedation patients out to outside oral surgeons or sedation specialists, Tulsa Time Dental Design administers and monitors all sedation in-house. Whether you need light sedation for a routine cleaning, oral sedation for restorative work, or IV sedation for complex procedures like implants, All-on-4, or full-mouth reconstruction, you'll be cared for by Dr. Franklin and our trained team — with continuous monitoring of your vital signs from start to finish.
We proudly serve sedation dentistry patients from across northeastern Oklahoma, including Tulsa, Broken Arrow, Bixby, Owasso, Jenks, Claremore, Collinsville, Catoosa, Skiatook, Verdigris, Oologah, and Bartlesville. We accept most major dental insurance plans, offer CareCredit financing, in-house payment plans, and are now accepting SoonerCare for dentures and extractions. To schedule a sedation consultation with a trusted sedation dentist in Tulsa, OK, call (918) 834-2330 or book online.
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FAQs About Sedation Dentistry
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Sedation dentistry uses medications to help patients relax during dental procedures. It is especially beneficial for individuals who experience anxiety or fear about dental visits, have a low pain threshold, need extensive dental work, or have difficulty sitting still for long periods. Sedation allows for a more comfortable and stress-free dental experience.
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The main types of sedation are:
Nitrous oxide (laughing gas): A mild, fast-acting sedative inhaled through a mask that helps you relax without affecting your ability to stay awake.
Oral sedatives: Medications taken orally before the procedure to help reduce anxiety.
IV sedation: Administered through an intravenous line, providing deeper sedation for more extensive or lengthy procedures.
General anesthesia: Used for more complex procedures, rendering the patient unconscious during treatment.
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Yes, sedation dentistry is safe when administered by a trained and experienced professional. The dentist will assess your medical history to choose the best sedation method and ensure no contraindications. During the procedure, your vital signs are monitored to ensure your safety.
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While sedation dentistry helps you relax, your dentist uses local anesthesia to numb the treatment area. This combination ensures that you remain pain-free during the procedure, so you won’t feel discomfort, though you may experience pressure or movement.
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The duration of sedation effects depends on the type used. Nitrous oxide wears off quickly once the mask is removed, allowing you to resume normal activities immediately. Oral sedatives and IV sedation may leave you feeling drowsy for a few hours, so it’s recommended to have someone drive you home after the procedure.
Sedation dentistry offers a pathway to comfortable and stress-free dental care, allowing patients to overcome the fear and anxiety associated with dental visits. Visit Tulsa Time Dental Design at 3747 E 11th St, Tulsa, OK 74112, or call (918) 834-2330 to schedule your consultation and experience the difference sedation dentistry can make in your dental care journey.
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