Sedation Dentist near Newport, TN
Searching for a sedation dentist near Newport, TN? Elite Dental in Dandridge is about 20 miles away via Highway 321 — and offers what most Cocke County patients can't find locally: a full sedation dentistry program with nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation from a board-certified sedation dentist.
Sedation Dentistry That Actually Works
Newport and Cocke County have limited access to advanced sedation dentistry. Patients who need IV sedation or who have severe dental anxiety have historically had to drive to Knoxville. Our Dandridge office gives Newport-area patients a much closer option — 20 minutes instead of 45.
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 Newport and Surrounding Communities
Our nearest office is about 20 miles from Newport via Highway 321. We serve patients throughout the region.
Sedation Dentistry FAQ for Newport Patients
Our Dandridge office at 334 TN-92 #1 is about 20 miles from Newport — roughly 25 to 30 minutes via Highway 321 and Highway 92. We offer all three levels of sedation, and Dr. Johnson is certified by the Tennessee Board of Dentistry for IV sedation.
Yes — at our Dandridge office, just 20 minutes from Newport. We serve patients from Newport, Del Rio, Cosby, Parrottsville, and throughout Cocke County. Nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation are all available.
Yes — dental phobia responds extremely well to sedation dentistry, particularly IV sedation. Under IV sedation, you'll be in a near-sleep state with virtually no anxiety and no memory of the procedure. Many patients with severe phobia who've avoided the dentist for years tell us their sedation appointment was the easiest dental experience they've ever had.
For IV sedation: don't eat or drink (except water) for 6–8 hours beforehand. Have someone drive you to and from the appointment. You'll receive the IV while relaxing in the chair, and within minutes you'll be deeply calm. You'll have little to no memory of the procedure. Expect to rest at home for the remainder of the day.
Yes — and this is one of the biggest advantages of sedation dentistry. Instead of multiple appointments spread over months, we can complete fillings, extractions, crowns, or other work in a single session while you're sedated. For patients who've been avoiding the dentist, this is often the best way to get fully caught up in one visit.
Call (865) 397-5422. We typically have same-week appointments available and can often schedule new sedation patients quickly. We'll start with a brief consultation to review your health history and anxiety level before booking 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 20 miles from Newport · Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM