Sedation Dentist near Morristown, TN
Looking for a sedation dentist near Morristown, TN? Our Jefferson City office is just 15 minutes away — and offers the full range of sedation options that most Morristown dental offices simply don't provide. Nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation, with a board-certified sedation dentist.
Sedation Dentistry That Actually Works
Sedation dentistry — especially IV sedation — isn't available at most dental offices in the Morristown area. Patients from Hamblen County who need deeper sedation, or who have significant dental anxiety, regularly come to our Jefferson City office just 15 minutes away. Same-week appointments available.
Nitrous Oxide
You stay awake and aware but deeply relaxed. The calming effects begin within minutes and wear off completely within minutes of removing the mask — you can drive yourself home.
Best for: Mild anxiety, routine procedures, patients who want to take the edge off without deeper sedation.
Oral Sedation
A prescription medication taken before your appointment makes you deeply drowsy. You'll be responsive but very calm — most patients have little memory of the appointment. You'll need a driver.
Best for: Moderate to severe anxiety, longer procedures, patients who want minimal awareness.
IV Sedation
Administered directly into the bloodstream for immediate, precisely controlled depth. You'll be in a near-sleep state with virtually no awareness or memory of the procedure. Dr. Johnson is Tennessee Board of Dentistry certified for IV sedation.
Best for: Severe dental phobia, complex or lengthy procedures, patients who've failed with other sedation types.
Board-Certified Sedation by Dr. George F. Johnson III, DMD
Not every dentist is qualified to administer IV sedation. The Tennessee Board of Dentistry requires specific training, certification, and ongoing education. Dr. Johnson holds full sedation certification and has been performing sedation dentistry for nearly 20 years.
Tennessee Board Certified
Dr. Johnson holds certification from the Tennessee Board of Dentistry for IV sedation — one of the highest levels of sedation authorization available in the state.
20 Years of Experience
Dr. Johnson has been performing sedation procedures since co-founding Elite Dental in 2007. Hundreds of anxious patients have been treated under his sedation care.
Continuous Monitoring
Your vital signs are continuously monitored throughout every sedation procedure. A trained staff member is dedicated to your monitoring for the entire appointment.
Nobel Biocare Certified
Dr. Johnson also holds Nobel Biocare implant surgery certification — meaning complex implant procedures can be performed under sedation in-house.
Serving Morristown and Surrounding Communities
Our nearest office is about 15 miles from Morristown via Highway 11E. We serve patients throughout the region.
Sedation Dentistry FAQ for Morristown Patients
Our Jefferson City office at 683 E Broadway Blvd is about 15 miles from downtown Morristown — roughly 15 to 20 minutes via Highway 11E. We offer nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation administered by Dr. Johnson, who is certified by the Tennessee Board of Dentistry.
Yes. IV sedation is available at our Jefferson City office, just 15 minutes from Morristown. Under IV sedation, you'll be in a deeply relaxed state with little to no memory of the procedure. Dr. Johnson is certified by the Tennessee Board of Dentistry specifically for IV sedation.
Absolutely — this is exactly who we specialize in treating. Dental phobia is real, and it's more common than most people admit. We'll start with a no-pressure consultation, discuss your anxiety level honestly, and recommend the right sedation option. Many patients who haven't seen a dentist in a decade get completely caught up in one or two sedation appointments with us.
Our Jefferson City office accepts most major dental insurance plans. Sedation coverage varies by plan — some cover a portion when medically indicated, others treat it as elective. We'll verify your specific coverage before your appointment so there are no surprises.
Often yes. One of the biggest advantages of sedation dentistry is being able to complete multiple procedures in a single visit — fillings, extractions, crowns, even implant placements — while you're relaxed and comfortable. We'll plan your treatment to maximize what we can accomplish in one appointment.
Call our Jefferson City office directly at (865) 475-8331. We keep same-week appointments available and can typically get new patients in quickly. We'll review your health history and discuss sedation options during a brief consultation before scheduling your procedure.
Also at Elite Dental
Dental Implants
Nobel Biocare certified implant surgery — all procedures can be done under sedation.
Learn more →Emergency Dentistry
Same-day emergency appointments — sedation available for emergency procedures.
Learn more →Cosmetic Dentistry
Full smile makeovers and cosmetic treatments — all available under sedation.
Learn more →Stop Avoiding the Dentist.
We Can Help.
Call either of our East Tennessee offices to schedule a sedation consultation. Same-week appointments available. New patients always welcome.
Board-certified sedation dentist · about 15 miles from Morristown · Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM