Sedation Dentist near Sevierville, TN
Need a sedation dentist near Sevierville, TN? Elite Dental in Dandridge is about 25 miles away — and offers the sedation expertise that most Sevier County dental offices don't have. Nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and full IV sedation from a Tennessee Board of Dentistry certified sedation dentist.
Sedation Dentistry That Actually Works
Sevier County has plenty of dental offices, but very few offer true IV sedation with a board-certified sedation dentist. Patients from Sevierville, Pigeon Forge, and Gatlinburg regularly make the 25-minute drive to our Dandridge office for sedation — especially those who've tried other dentists and still can't get through appointments comfortably.
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 Sevierville and Surrounding Communities
Our nearest office is about 25 miles from Sevierville via Highway 411. We serve patients throughout the region.
Sedation Dentistry FAQ for Sevierville Patients
Our Dandridge office at 334 TN-92 #1 is about 25 miles from Sevierville — roughly 25 to 30 minutes via Highway 411. We offer nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation. Dr. Johnson is certified by the Tennessee Board of Dentistry for sedation dentistry.
Yes — at our Dandridge office, about 25 miles from Sevierville and 30 miles from Pigeon Forge. IV sedation puts you in a deeply relaxed, sleep-like state. You'll have little to no memory of the procedure and wake up to find your dental work done. Dr. Johnson is board-certified for IV sedation administration.
Nitrous oxide (laughing gas) keeps you awake and relaxed — you'll feel calm but aware of what's happening. Oral sedation makes you very drowsy, often with little memory of the appointment. IV sedation puts you in a near-sleep state with virtually no awareness or memory. The right choice depends on your anxiety level and the complexity of the work needed — we'll guide you to the best option during a consultation.
For nitrous oxide only, you can drive yourself home — the effects wear off within minutes of removing the mask. For oral sedation and IV sedation, you'll need a responsible adult to drive you to and from the appointment and stay with you for a few hours after. We'll give you full instructions when you schedule.
Our Dandridge location is a fee-for-service practice and does not bill insurance directly. We offer an in-house membership plan that covers preventive care and includes 15% off all procedures including sedation. CareCredit financing is also available.
Call us at (865) 397-5422. We'll schedule a brief consultation to review your health history and discuss your anxiety level. From there we'll recommend the right sedation level and schedule your appointment. Same-week availability is often possible.
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 25 miles from Sevierville · Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM