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Top 10 Sedation Dentist in San Antonio Texas

Compare San Antonio-area clinics on reviews, service fit, insurance, and booking convenience.

Reviewed August 23, 2026Ranking recomputed August 1, 202610 clinicsDr Maqsud Mallick, BDSHow we rank
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Quick Answer

Which clinic looks strongest at a glance?

We prioritize local relevance, review strength, service breadth, access, price clarity, and patient experience signals.

At A Glance

  • Risas Dental and Braces - Woodlawn Lake is the strongest overall starting point in San Antonio if you want a dependable option for braces.
  • 7 to 7 Dental has the deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page — useful when you want the most established track record before narrowing.
  • 6 to 9 Dental Texas is a stronger first look if weekend availability matters more than weekday convenience.

Best overall

Risas Dental and Braces - Woodlawn Lake

Best for Sedation Dentistry.

Tradeoff: Weekend availability is not highlighted

Highest review signal

7 to 7 Dental

The deepest documented patient-feedback history on this page across available portals.

Useful when social proof matters more than pure proximity.

Weekend availability

6 to 9 Dental Texas

A stronger first look if you can only book outside standard weekday hours.

Useful when weekday hours don't fit your schedule.

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10 listings on this page

93.2Risas Dental and Braces - Woodlawn Lake89.07 to 7 Dental94.5Pearl Dentistry92.5Aesthetic Dental Partners93.5Smile Workshop89.9South Texas Smiles88.4Encore Dental Care85.96 to 9 Dental Texas80.2Dental Emergency Associates78.5JH Emergency Dental

Quick Summary

10 clinics scored on this page

93.2

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Smyleee Ratings are editorial signals based on reviews, quality of care, and patient feedback. Close scores should be treated as broadly comparable.

Sedation Dentist Costs in San Antonio, Texas (2026)

Approximate price ranges — may vary by provider and insurance plan

ProcedureTypical Cost
Nitrous oxide / laughing gas (per visit)$50 – $200
Oral sedation (moderate, per visit)$150 – $500
IV sedation (per hour)$500 – $1,000
General anesthesia (per hour, hospital/ASC)$400 – $1,200
Sedation consultation + medical review$0 – $150
Dental exam under sedation$150 – $400
Filling under sedation$250 – $600
Extraction under sedation$300 – $800
Deep cleaning under sedation$350 – $700
Post-sedation recovery monitoring$0 – $150

Prices sourced from txsleepdentistry.com (San Antonio sedation dentistry practice: nitrous $50-$200, oral sedation $150-$500, IV sedation $500-$800), mirandalacydds.com (national sedation cost breakdown by type: nitrous $80-$150, oral $250-$500, IV $500-$1,000/hour), and lvoralsurgery.com (general anesthesia, quoted there at $1,000+/hour for hospital/ASC-based care). Ranges reflect San Antonio, Texas pricing as of 2026 in USD. The low end of the general anesthesia range reflects office-based (non-hospital) GA rates commonly reported nationally around $400-$600/hour, rather than a figure from lvoralsurgery.com itself, which only covers the higher hospital/ASC tier. Sedation consultation, and procedure-under-sedation figures (exam, filling, extraction, deep cleaning under sedation, recovery monitoring) did not have San Antonio-only published numbers, so those lines are based on national sedation-dentistry averages, noted honestly rather than invented local numbers — most San Antonio sedation practices quote a bundled per-visit fee that already includes the underlying procedure rather than itemizing it separately. Insurance rarely covers sedation unless deemed medically necessary. IV and general anesthesia are typically billed per hour with an extra per-15-minute increment after the first hour. Always ask for a full written estimate before your sedation appointment.

Prices verified Aug 23, 2026

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Best overall

Risas Dental and Braces - Woodlawn Lake

Smyleee 93.2

A strong all-around pick if you want a reliable local choice for braces.

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Highest review volume

7 to 7 Dental

2.5k reviews

Useful if you want the option with the deepest visible review signal before narrowing further.

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Weekend availability

6 to 9 Dental Texas

Open weekends

Worth a look if you can only book outside standard weekday hours.

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Top Clinics in San Antonio Proper

Only clinics physically located in San Antonio appear in this primary ranking.

1

Risas Dental and Braces - Woodlawn Lake

4.9(667)·4.3 km from San Antonio Downtown
93Smyleee

1707, Williams Avenue, Woodlawn Lake, San Antonio, Texas

Open until 8 PM

Documented for braces in San Antonio, with sedation dentistry on the service list and 7 procedures on file.

More about sedation dentistry at this clinic

Sedation dentistry uses inhaled, oral, or intravenous options to help patients relax through treatment, ranging from nitrous oxide for mild anxiety through to deeper sedation for longer or more involved procedures. Dental anxiety is common, and most practices are used to working with nervous patients — through clear explanations of what is about to happen, a slower pace where needed, and sedation options for patients who want them.

Services:Sedation DentistryBracesDental CrownsDentures+3 more
Offers Sedation DentistrySmyleee 93/1004.9★ · 667 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forSedation Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Sedation Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 667 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 93/100.
Stands outOffers Sedation Dentistry · Smyleee 93/100 · 4.9★ · 667 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website7 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Sep 4, 2026
2

7 to 7 Dental

4.7(2.5k)·22 km from San Antonio Downtown
89Smyleee

104, 10103, West Loop 1604 North, Far West Side, San Antonio, Texas

Open until 7 PM

Orthodontics focus in San Antonio, with sedation dentistry listed among 5 documented services.

More about sedation dentistry at this clinic

Sedation dentistry uses inhaled, oral, or intravenous options to help patients relax through treatment, ranging from nitrous oxide for mild anxiety through to deeper sedation for longer or more involved procedures.

Services:Sedation DentistryDental CleaningGeneral DentistryOrthodontics+1 more
Offers Sedation DentistrySmyleee 89/1004.7★ · 2.5k reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forSedation Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Sedation Dentistry, 4.7★ Google rating across 2,482 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 89/100.
Stands outOffers Sedation Dentistry · Smyleee 89/100 · 4.7★ · 2.5k reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website5 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Sep 3, 2026
3

Pearl Dentistry

4.9(497)·13 km from San Antonio Downtown
95Smyleee

106, 8714, Fredericksburg Road, Northwest Side, San Antonio, Texas

Closing soon · 5 PM

San Antonio clinic with a sedation dentistry specialty — Sedation Dentistry is on file among 8 procedures.

More about sedation dentistry at this clinic

Sedation dentistry uses inhaled, oral, or intravenous options to help patients relax through treatment, ranging from nitrous oxide for mild anxiety through to deeper sedation for longer or more involved procedures.

Services:Sedation DentistryDental ImplantsDenturesEmergency Dentistry+4 more
Offers Sedation DentistrySmyleee 95/1004.9★ · 497 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forSedation Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Sedation Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 497 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 95/100.
Stands outOffers Sedation Dentistry · Smyleee 95/100 · 4.9★ · 497 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website8 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Sep 4, 2026
4

Aesthetic Dental Partners

5.0(414)·13 km from San Antonio Downtown
93Smyleee

8235, Fredericksburg Road, Northwest Side, San Antonio, Texas

Open until 7 PM

Sedation Dentistry is the documented focus in San Antonio; Sedation Dentistry sits within 8 services on profile.

More about sedation dentistry at this clinic

Sedation dentistry uses inhaled, oral, or intravenous options to help patients relax through treatment, ranging from nitrous oxide for mild anxiety through to deeper sedation for longer or more involved procedures. Dental anxiety is common, and most practices are used to working with nervous patients — through clear explanations of what is about to happen, a slower pace where needed, and sedation options for patients who want them.

Services:Sedation DentistryDental CrownsDental ImplantsDentures+4 more
Offers Sedation DentistrySmyleee 93/1005.0★ · 414 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forSedation Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Sedation Dentistry, 5.0★ Google rating across 414 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 93/100.
Stands outOffers Sedation Dentistry · Smyleee 93/100 · 5.0★ · 414 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website8 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Sep 5, 2026
5

Smile Workshop

4.9(366)·12 km from San Antonio Downtown
94Smyleee

129, 9200, Broadway, San Antonio International Airport Vicinity, San Antonio, Texas

Closing soon · 5 PM

Profile in San Antonio flags sedation dentistry; lists Sedation Dentistry alongside 4 other documented services.

More about sedation dentistry at this clinic

Sedation dentistry uses inhaled, oral, or intravenous options to help patients relax through treatment, ranging from nitrous oxide for mild anxiety through to deeper sedation for longer or more involved procedures. Dental anxiety is common, and most practices are used to working with nervous patients — through clear explanations of what is about to happen, a slower pace where needed, and sedation options for patients who want them.

Services:Sedation DentistryDental CrownsDental ImplantsGeneral Dentistry+1 more
Offers Sedation DentistrySmyleee 94/1004.9★ · 366 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forSedation Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Sedation Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 366 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 94/100.
Stands outOffers Sedation Dentistry · Smyleee 94/100 · 4.9★ · 366 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website5 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Sep 4, 2026
6

South Texas Smiles

4.9(282)·15 km from San Antonio Downtown
90Smyleee

Suite 103, 10007, Huebner Road, Northwest Side, San Antonio, Texas

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 8:30 AM

San Antonio practice known for sedation dentistry, with Sedation Dentistry among 10 documented procedures.

More about sedation dentistry at this clinic

Sedation dentistry uses inhaled, oral, or intravenous options to help patients relax through treatment, ranging from nitrous oxide for mild anxiety through to deeper sedation for longer or more involved procedures.

Services:Sedation DentistryDental CleaningDental ImplantsDentures+6 more
Offers Sedation DentistrySmyleee 90/1004.9★ · 282 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forSedation Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Sedation Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 282 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 90/100.
Stands outOffers Sedation Dentistry · Smyleee 90/100 · 4.9★ · 282 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website10 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 28, 2026
7

Encore Dental Care

4.9(177)·13 km from San Antonio Downtown
88Smyleee

6326, Northwest Loop 410, Inner West Side, San Antonio, Texas

Closing soon · 5 PM

Documented for sedation dentistry in San Antonio, with sedation dentistry on the service list and 7 procedures on file.

More about sedation dentistry at this clinic

Sedation dentistry uses inhaled, oral, or intravenous options to help patients relax through treatment, ranging from nitrous oxide for mild anxiety through to deeper sedation for longer or more involved procedures.

Services:Sedation DentistryDental CrownsDenturesGeneral Dentistry+3 more
Offers Sedation DentistrySmyleee 88/1004.9★ · 177 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forSedation Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Sedation Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 177 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 88/100.
Stands outOffers Sedation Dentistry · Smyleee 88/100 · 4.9★ · 177 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website7 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 29, 2026
8

6 to 9 Dental Texas

4.9(129)·9.1 km from San Antonio Downtown
86Smyleee

Suite 103, 2603, Southeast Military Drive, South Side, San Antonio, Texas

Open until 8 PM

Sedation Dentistry focus in San Antonio, with sedation dentistry listed among 9 documented services.

More about sedation dentistry at this clinic

Sedation dentistry uses inhaled, oral, or intravenous options to help patients relax through treatment, ranging from nitrous oxide for mild anxiety through to deeper sedation for longer or more involved procedures.

Services:Sedation DentistryDental CrownsDental ImplantsDentures+5 more
Offers Sedation DentistrySmyleee 86/1004.9★ · 129 reviews
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Why this ranks
Best forSedation Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Sedation Dentistry, 4.9★ Google rating across 129 verified reviews, and Smyleee Rating 86/100.
Stands outOffers Sedation Dentistry · Smyleee 86/100 · 4.9★ · 129 reviews
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website9 services listed
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 28, 2026
9

Dental Emergency Associates

4.9(52)·10 km from San Antonio Downtown
80Smyleee

# C, 4868, Evers Road, Near Northwest, San Antonio, Texas

Open until 8 PM

San Antonio clinic with a emergency dentistry specialty — Sedation Dentistry is on file among 3 procedures.

More about sedation dentistry at this clinic

Sedation dentistry uses inhaled, oral, or intravenous options to help patients relax through treatment, ranging from nitrous oxide for mild anxiety through to deeper sedation for longer or more involved procedures.

Services:Sedation DentistryEmergency DentistryExtractions
Offers Sedation Dentistry
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Why this ranks
Best forSedation Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Sedation Dentistry, 52 verified Google reviews, and Smyleee Rating 80/100.
Stands outOffers Sedation Dentistry
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Jun 29, 2026
10

JH Emergency Dental

5.0(47)·5.7 km from San Antonio Downtown
79Smyleee

3402, South Gevers Street, Highlands, San Antonio, Texas

Closed · Opens tomorrow at 9 AM

Emergency Dentistry is the documented focus in San Antonio; Sedation Dentistry sits within 2 services on profile.

More about sedation dentistry at this clinic

Sedation dentistry uses inhaled, oral, or intravenous options to help patients relax through treatment, ranging from nitrous oxide for mild anxiety through to deeper sedation for longer or more involved procedures.

Services:Sedation DentistryEmergency Dentistry
Offers Sedation Dentistry
View profileCallWebsite
Why this ranks
Best forSedation Dentistry
Why includedIncluded because this clinic directly offers Sedation Dentistry.
Stands outOffers Sedation Dentistry
ProofBusiness hours publishedDirect phone numberPublic website
VerifiedClinic data last verified Mar 23, 2026

Side-by-Side Comparison

Hard signals for every sedation dentistry provider on this list — no opinions, just verifiable data.

#ClinicSmyleeeGoogleWkndIns.Fin.Offers
Sedation Dentistry
1Risas Dental and Braces - Woodlawn Lake934.9★(667)———✓
27 to 7 Dental894.7★(2,482)✓——✓
3Pearl Dentistry954.9★(497)———✓
4Aesthetic Dental Partners935.0★(414)———✓
5Smile Workshop944.9★(366)———✓
6South Texas Smiles904.9★(282)———✓
7Encore Dental Care884.9★(177)———✓
86 to 9 Dental Texas864.9★(129)✓——✓
9Dental Emergency Associates804.9★(52)✓——✓
10JH Emergency Dental795.0★(47)✓——✓

Smyleee Rating bands: 90+ Outstanding · 84–89 Excellent · 71–83 Very Good · 61–70 Good · below 61 Rated.

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How to Choose a Dentist in San Antonio, TX

Use the ranking as a starting point, then narrow the shortlist based on the kind of care you actually need.

If you want routine or family care

Prioritize review consistency, insurance friendliness, practical hours, and a broad general-dentistry service mix over marketing language alone.

If urgency matters

Confirm same-day capacity, after-hours guidance, and whether the clinic handles urgent restorative work in-house or refers out.

If affordability matters most

Compare financing signals, insurance notes, and the local cost guide. A higher-ranked clinic is not automatically the best value for your specific treatment.

Questions to ask before booking

  • Do you accept my insurance or offer payment plans?
  • Are you taking new patients right now?
  • Do you handle my treatment in-house?
  • What is the total expected cost before treatment starts?
EditorialUpdated August 23, 2026Independently reviewed

San Antonio has no shortage of dental providers — a quick search pulls up hundreds. The challenge isn't finding one, it's figuring out which ones actually deliver. We spent time reviewing patient outcomes, checking credentials, comparing pricing, and analyzing feedback from patients who've had sedation dentist work done across the San Antonio metro area.

This is the short list. Ten providers in San Antonio, Texas that consistently showed up in the data — not because they paid to be here, but because their patients keep coming back and referring others. If you're weighing options for sedation dentist in San Antonio, start here.

Medically reviewed by

Dr Maqsud Mallick — BDS

Frequently Asked Questions

8 questions answered by our editorial team

In San Antonio, a dental exam under sedation typically costs $150 – $400, based on Smyleee's September 2026 local price data. Actual cost varies by provider, materials, and case complexity.
A filling under sedation in San Antonio typically ranges $250 – $600 (September 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
An extraction under sedation in San Antonio typically ranges $300 – $800 (September 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
An oral sedation (moderate, per visit) in San Antonio typically ranges $150 – $500 (September 2026). Final pricing depends on the clinic, materials, and whether you have insurance.
Smyleee ranks San Antonio sedation dentistry clinics on a weighted score: verified patient reviews (30%), clinical credentials and expertise (20%), technology and equipment (15%), accessibility (15%), pricing transparency (10%), and patient experience (10%). The list is recomputed from current data and independently reviewed by Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS.
The ranking is recalculated on a rolling basis from current review and profile data and was last reviewed in September 2026. Clinics can move up or down as their underlying data changes.
Prioritise verified credentials and relevant training, modern equipment and sterilisation standards, a strong and recent review history, transparent pricing, and clear communication about treatment options. Confirm the clinic is taking new patients and offers sedation dentistry before booking.
Many clinics in San Antonio accept major dental insurance and offer financing such as in-house payment plans or third-party options like CareCredit for larger treatments. Coverage and financing vary by practice — confirm your plan is accepted and ask about phased or monthly payment options before treatment begins.

How We Vet Each Clinic

Every clinic on this list passes our verification process

  • License & standing verified — active Texas dental license confirmed with no disciplinary actions.
  • Patient review volume checked — minimum verified patient reviews across Google with a strong average rating.
  • Local presence confirmed — verified physical practice in the San Antonio metro area with established patient base.
  • Technology & equipment assessed — modern dental technology and sterilization standards evaluated.
  • Transparent pricing reviewed — clear communication of costs, financing options, and insurance acceptance.

How We Scored the Best Clinics

Our transparent ranking methodology

Verified patient reviews & outcomes30%
Sedation Dentist expertise & credentials20%
Technology investment & modern equipment15%
Accessibility (hours, location, scheduling ease)15%
Transparent pricing & financing options10%
Patient experience & comfort measures10%

How This Page Was Reviewed

We want this page to help users choose confidently, not just scroll a list.

Editorial checks

  • Locality and city fit
  • Review strength and rating consistency
  • Services, hours, insurance, and profile completeness
  • Paid placements kept separate from organic rankings

Transparency

  • Content updated: August 23, 2026
  • Ranking last recomputed: August 1, 2026
  • Medical reviewer: Dr Maqsud Mallick, BDS
  • Clinic verification dates reflect the latest synced or modified profile timestamp
  • Organic rankings are algorithmic, sponsored rows are labeled
  • Clinics can move up or down when underlying data changes

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