Sedation Dentistry in Fort Worth, TX
Nervous about the dentist? Nitrous oxide ($199) and oral sedation ($299) help anxious Fort Worth patients get comfortable, stress-free care.
Dental Anxiety Is Normal — Avoiding the Dentist Doesn’t Have to Be
If fear has kept you out of the dental chair for years, you are far from alone. Sedation dentistry lets anxious patients — and patients facing longer procedures — relax safely through their visit. At Northwest Family Dental, our two experienced dentists build sedation into the treatment plan whenever it helps, whether you are here for a filling, an extraction, or a full smile restoration.
Our Sedation Options
Nitrous Oxide (“Laughing Gas”) — $199
A gentle, fast-acting option you breathe through a small nose mask. You stay awake and responsive, but relaxed — and the effects wear off within minutes of finishing, so most patients drive themselves home. Great for routine visits, nervous kids, and mild anxiety. Learn more on our nitrous oxide page.
Oral Sedation — $299
A prescribed medication taken before your appointment brings you to a deeply relaxed, drowsy state. You remain conscious and able to respond, but many patients remember little of the visit. You will need a trusted adult to drive you home. Details on our oral sedation page.
Is Sedation Right for You?
Sedation is worth discussing if any of these sound familiar:
- Dental visits make you anxious — or you’ve been avoiding them entirely
- You have a strong gag reflex or trouble getting numb
- You are combining multiple treatments into one longer visit
- Past dental experiences left you fearful
- Your child needs help staying calm and still
Your dentist reviews your health history and current medications before recommending any sedation, and monitors you throughout the visit. That conversation happens at your first appointment — a comprehensive exam, x-rays, and cleaning for $129.
Comfortable Care for the Whole Family
We use sedation alongside everything we do: extractions, root canals, implant placement, and children’s dentistry. Insurance benefits are verified up front, and Cherry and CareCredit financing can cover sedation as part of your treatment plan.
Take the First Step
The hardest part is picking up the phone — we make everything after that easy. Call (817) 237-3232 and tell us you are nervous; you will not be judged, rushed, or lectured. That is a promise.
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How much does this treatment cost?
Costs vary based on your specific clinical needs and insurance coverage. We provide a transparent, written estimate before any work begins - no surprise charges. Many treatments also have a self-pay special - see our specials page for current pricing.
Do you accept my insurance?
We're in-network with most major PPO carriers - Delta Dental, Cigna, Aetna, MetLife, BCBS, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, and many more. See the full list of carriers we accept →
Are you accepting new patients?
Yes - we welcome new patients of all ages every week. New patients qualify for our $129 New Patient Special: a complete set of x-rays, comprehensive exam, and regular adult cleaning.
How do I book an appointment?
Book online or call us directly. Same-day emergency appointments are usually available - give us a call if you're in pain.
Book your visit today.
New patients welcome. Most PPO insurance accepted. Same-day emergency appointments available.