Sedation dentistry · The middle option
Oral Sedation Dentistry
Oral sedation at both offices. A prescribed sedative pill leaves you drowsy and deeply relaxed, with no IV line, while you can still respond. Dr. Godko plans your level with you at a personalized consultation.
- A pill, no IV line
- Drowsy yet responsive
- A companion drives you home
800+ five-star reviews · 8-Time Top Doctor
Oral sedation dentistry at Deluxe Dentistry & Esthetics
Deluxe Dentistry & Esthetics provides oral sedation dentistry at both of its offices. Dr. Maxim Godko, certified in oral, nitrous oxide and IV sedation, prescribes a sedative pill for deep relaxation while you can still respond, planned with you at a personalized consultation. 8-Time Top Doctor; 800+ five-star reviews.
- Form
- A prescription pill
- How you feel
- Drowsy, still responsive
- Memory afterward
- Little, for many patients
- Suited to
- Moderate anxiety
- Given by
- Dr. Godko himself
- Offered at
- Both offices
Is it right for you?
Who oral sedation helps
Dental anxiety is common, and it keeps many people from care they need. Oral sedation is a simple way through the fears people mention most.
Moderate dental anxiety
For people who feel their nerves rise before every visit and want to stay calm from the moment they sit down.
Fear of needles
No IV line; the pill does the work.
The sounds and smells
Drowsy and dreamlike, the sound of the drill and the office fade into the background.
Trouble getting numb
You still receive local anesthesia, and being deeply relaxed makes the visit easier to get through.
A lot of work to do
For anyone who would rather finish more of their treatment in one relaxed visit.
A bad past experience
For anyone whose last visit elsewhere still makes them put off the next one.
Compare
How oral sedation compares
Oral sedation sits between laughing gas and IV sedation, and Dr. Godko gives all three. Switch between them to see the differences. The ADA explains how sedation is used in dentistry.
Given as
Oral A pill before the appointment
Laughing gas Gas through a mask or nosepiece
Depth of relaxation
Oral Deeper; drowsy and dreamlike
Laughing gas Lighter; relaxed and fully aware
Memory of the visit
Oral Little, for many patients
Laughing gas You remember it
Driving home
Oral A companion drives
Laughing gas You can drive yourself
A good match for
Oral Moderate anxiety, several treatments at once
Laughing gas Mild anxiety, short visits
How it goes
Oral sedation, from planning to home
- 1
Plan together
Personalized consultation
Dr. Godko goes over your anxiety, your health and the procedure, then recommends the level.
- 2
Written instructions
Before and after
You get detailed instructions for before and after sedation, and line up someone to drive you.
- 3
Calm, then numb
In the chair
The medication brings deep relaxation; local anesthesia numbs the area once you’re comfortable.
- 4
Rest at home
The rest of the day
Your companion takes you home and stays with you; no driving for the rest of the day.
Pairs well with
Care you can have with oral sedation
From a routine cleaning to bigger treatment, it helps you book the visit you’ve been putting off.
- 1 Teeth cleaning Offered to anxious patients, even for a routine cleaning.
- 2 Root canal Any of the three levels for a calmer root canal.
- 3 Wisdom teeth removal All three levels are available for wisdom teeth and extractions.
- 4 Dental implants Well suited to placing several implants in a single appointment.
From the YouTube channel
Learn more about oral sedation
IV sedation vs oral sedation
The most common questions about both, answered.
What kinds of sedation are there?
Nitrous, oral and IV sedation, explained simply.
Payment options
How much does oral sedation dentistry cost?
Insurance, 0% financing through Cherry and our in-house membership plans. You see your options and costs before treatment starts.
Insurance
PPO plans and most carriers
We accept PPO plans and most carriers, including CIGNA, MetLife, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Delta Dental and GEHA Connection Dental. No Medicaid, DMO or HMO plans accepted.We work with your insurance to ensure you receive the maximum benefit.
Financing
0% financing with Cherry
- 0% financing through Cherry
- Many patients qualify for 0% interest plans if paid on time.
No insurance?
In-house membership plans
One yearly fee for preventive care, with discounts on other treatment and no deductibles, maximums or waiting periods.
See the plans and terms8-Time Top Doctor. 800+ Five-Star Reviews.
“I was researching sedation dentistry … how nervous I was about the pain, and I knew I had to be sedated. Dr Godko and his staff made me feel so calm … I’m almost done with my new smile … and I don’t regret it.”
“I was terrified about going to the dentist. … Dr Godko was very patient and compassionate. And most importantly, did not hurt me and explained everything he was doing.”
“I have very bad dental anxiety and they have worked with me every step of the way and have been so very accommodating. From general cleanings to sedation procedures. I will never go anywhere else.”
“I made an appointment here for sedation extractions. I have needed them for over a year but due to anxiety I put it off. From the moment I stepped into the office I felt at ease.”
“I have anxiety around dental work due to negative past experience, but Dr. Godko made me feel extremely comfortable and reassured.”
“Completely terrified of the dentist I won’t lie but my experience w the doctor and staff at deluxe was amazing. I cannot express my gratitude enough to help me ease my anxiety.”
“I’m pretty much a dental phobic and I was made to feel so comfortable..Highly recommended!!”
“Dr. Godko takes time to listen to your concerns and explains what needs to be done and why. Dr Godko has a calming way and a very gentle touch.”
Meet your dentist
Certified in every sedation level
Dr. Maxim Godko is an 8-Time Top Doctor and an NYU College of Dentistry graduate. He gives oral sedation, nitrous oxide and IV sedation himself, so your level fits what you need, at both offices. The team speaks English, Ukrainian and Russian.
8×
8-Time Top Doctor
IV
Sedation given by Dr. Godko
ACLS
Current certification
FAQ
Oral sedation dentistry: your questions, answered
Not fully asleep. You feel drowsy and dreamlike and may doze, yet you can still answer Dr. Godko when he speaks to you, and a gentle nudge wakes you. Many patients remember little of the visit afterward.
Yes. The pill relaxes you; local anesthesia numbs the treatment area. The numbing is given once the sedation has already taken effect.
Dr. Maxim Godko, with you, at your personalized consultation. He weighs your anxiety, the procedure and your health, coordinates with your physician when necessary, then recommends oral sedation, nitrous oxide or IV sedation.
Dr. Godko gives you written instructions for before and after your visit and goes over them with you, so you arrive knowing exactly what to do. Arrange for a friend or family member to drive you to and from the office.
Not on the day of your visit. Oral sedation affects memory and coordination for a while, so a friend or family member drives you home and stays with you as it wears off. Your written instructions tell you when you can drive and get back to work.
Yes, when it’s planned and given by a trained provider. Dr. Godko plans your level with you at your personalized consultation, gives your sedation himself and monitors your heart rate, blood oxygen, blood pressure and breathing throughout your treatment.
Yes. It’s offered to anxious patients for cleanings and checkups, and for root canals, extractions, wisdom teeth, veneers, implants and dental emergencies.
Dr. Godko plans the level with you beforehand, because oral sedation isn’t adjusted moment to moment the way IV sedation is. If you want sedation that can be adjusted as you go, IV sedation offers exactly that.
Oral sedation is priced at your personalized consultation, and you see the cost before anything starts. We accept PPO plans and most carriers, including CIGNA, MetLife, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Delta Dental and GEHA Connection Dental. No Medicaid, DMO or HMO plans accepted. We work with your insurance to ensure you receive the maximum benefit. 0% financing through Cherry and in-house membership plans are also available.
Deluxe Dentistry & Esthetics has two offices, in Lawrenceville, NJ and Skillman, NJ. Every procedure is available at both offices.
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Related care
IV Sedation Dentistry
Deeply relaxed treatment, with IV sedation given by Dr. Godko.
Nitrous Oxide Dentist
Laughing gas that eases nerves during treatment.
Dental Anxiety
Comfortable, judgment-free care for nervous patients.
Wisdom Teeth Removal
Wisdom teeth removed in-house, with sedation available.
Two offices, identical services
Lawrenceville, NJ & Skillman, NJ
Every procedure is available at both offices, so pick whichever is easier, near home or near work.
Every procedure offered
Deluxe Dentistry & EstheticsLawrenceville, NJ
100 Federal City Rd, Suite 104BLawrenceville, NJ08648
Mon 9 am–5:30 pm · Tue 9 am–5 pm · Wed 9:30 am–7 pm · Thu 9 am–7 pm · Fri 9 am–5 pm · Sat 9 am–2 pm
Every procedure offered
Deluxe Dentistry & EstheticsSkillman, NJ
40 Nevius Blvd, Suite 150Skillman, NJ08558
Mon–Thu 9 am–6 pm · Fri 9 am–5 pm
New patients always welcome
Arrive relaxed, leave with the work done
Let the team know you’re anxious when you book, and Dr. Godko will recommend the sedation level that suits you at your personalized consultation.
Deluxe Dentistry & Esthetics, with offices located in Lawrenceville, NJ, located in Mercer County, NJ, proudly serving the towns ofPrinceton, Trenton, Pennington, Hamilton, Hightstown, Hopewell Township, Lawrence Township, East Windsor, Hopewell, Robbinsville, Ewing, West Windsor, NJ, as well as our Skillman, NJ location, located in Somerset County, NJ, proudly serving the towns ofHillsborough, Somerville, Franklin Township, Bernards Township, Bridgewater, Warren, Watchung, Green Brook, Bound Brook, Peapack-Gladstone, Rocky Hill, Far Hills, Montgomery, Bernardsville, Manville, South Bound Brook, Raritan, North Plainfield, Bedminster, Millstone, Branchburg, NJ.
Schedule your appointment online, or call our Lawrenceville, NJ office at (609) 400-1393 or our Skillman, NJ office at (609) 303-2005.
