Conscious Sedation Dentistry in San Marcos, CA

Sedation dentistry provides a serene experience

Sedation Dentistry by Dr. Sonny Eslampour, DDS. in San Marcos, CA

If the mere thought of a dental checkup triggers intense anxiety or fear, you are not alone. At Platinum Dental, Inc., we understand that negative past experiences can leave you feeling terrified of the dental chair.

Led by Dr. Sonny Eslampour—a UCSF School of Dentistry graduate with advanced, specialized training in dental sedation techniques—our practice provides a peaceful, entirely pain-free clinical experience. Through sedation dentistry in San Marcos, we help high-anxiety patients safely catch up on years of neglected dental care in a calm, stress-free environment. Don’t wait any longer. Take your first step in getting out of pain.

Our Safe Sleep & Oral Conscious Sedation Options

Everyone has a different level of anxiety and fear. We customize your comfort level based on your specific level of dental anxiety and the complexity of your treatment plan, keeping you safe and comfortable throughout your treatment.

🌌 Oral Conscious Sedation (“Sleep Dentistry”)

  • How it Works: Dr. Eslampour prescribes you a safe and highly effective combination of medications to take the night before and the morning of your scheduled procedure.
  • Your Experience: You will arrive at our San Marcos dental office deeply relaxed. While you remain conscious and capable of responding to questions, most patients enter a peaceful, light sleep and doze off entirely during treatment.
  • The Result: You will remember little to no details of your visit. Because your mind and body are less stressed, your body recovers faster.

Who Benefits Most from Dental Sedation?

Dr. Eslampour routinely utilizes advanced sedation protocols to help patients who experience:

  • A severe, crippling phobia of simply going to the dentist
  • Extreme fear of dental instruments, needles, or drills
  • Highly anxious
  • Extremely painful or sensitive dental conditions

What to Expect at Your Sedation Appointment

  1. Comprehensive Medical Consultation: This takes place before your sedation appointment. Dr. Eslampour thoroughly reviews your medical history, current health conditions, and anxiety level in relation to the dental treatment. Taking both your dental condition and medical findings, our doctors then can design a safe, customized treatment plan.
  2. Continuous Vitals Monitoring: Once you arrive at our clinic, our experienced staff monitors your vital signs throughout the entire procedure to guarantee your safety and comfort. Depending on your level of sedation, appropriate medications will be dispensed to you. Once a comfortable level of sedation and sleepiness has been achieved, Dr. Eslampour and staff begin your treatment.
  3. Stress-Free Healing: For oral conscious sedation, a trusted friend or family member will escort you home to rest. By the next morning, you will wake up alert, healthy, and smiling. You will remember going to the dentist, but you won’t remember the details of the appointment.

    Overcome Dental Anxiety in San Marcos Today

    Don’t let dental phobias or anxiety compromise your long-term health or keep you from smiling. At Platinum Dental, Inc., we believe high-quality, stress-free clinical care should be accessible to everyone—regardless of their schedule or insurance status.

    Affordable Payment Options & In-House Dental Plan

    We make navigating the cost of conscious sedation dentistry completely seamless. If you carry traditional dental insurance, our experienced front office team will work directly with your provider to maximize your contractual benefits and minimize your out-of-pocket costs.

    No dental insurance? You can still get the gentle care you need without the financial stress. We offer a dedicated In-House Dental Insurance Plan specifically designed for patients without coverage. For an affordable annual fee, our plan covers your routine preventive care entirely and grants you immediate, significant discounts on advanced procedures, including oral conscious sedation. We also partner with leading third-party lenders to offer flexible, budget-friendly financing options.

    Convenient Care on Your Schedule

    Finding time to prioritize your oral health shouldn’t be another source of anxiety. To accommodate busy professional schedules and families in the San Marcos area, Platinum Dental, Inc. offers convenient, extended hours on Mondays from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. This allows you to complete your comprehensive medical consultation and complete your pre-sedation procedure later in the evening without missing work.

    Browse our frequently asked questions below to learn more about how we protect your comfort, or contact our team at (760) 510-9009 to take your first step toward a healthier smile.

    Sedation Dentistry Alternatives

    In some cases, while sedation dentistry will definitely help with the fear and anxiety, it may be an overkill for a simple dental cleaning or small filling. We also offer a milder level of sedation by using Nitrous oxide. Commonly referred to as “laughing gas”, the patient’s anxiety is alleviated and their dental sensitivity is lowered. If this sounds more like what you may need, head on over to our Nitrous Oxide for San Marcos Patients page to learn more.

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    Daisy Bulthuis
    August 28, 2025
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    Marvin Mills
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    Jake Wengronowitz
    February 25, 2025
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    The least pretentious, supercilious, and “pushy” dentist and staff in San Marcos, CA. Simply explains what is happening to your teeth based on the x-rays and pictures you both can look at side by side. Explains what could happen, what you probably should do, and how long you can wait to do it. And holy God in heaven, they will email their pricing breakdowns without 500 back and forth emails between you, them, and insurance. I’ve had close to 15 years of exhaustive dental work and orthodontics, and this company is head and shoulders one of the best out there. Would recommend to anyone.
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    Aaron Olsher
    February 25, 2025
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    I can’t say enough great things about my experience at this dental office. From start to finish, it was one of the best dental visits I’ve had in years. The level of personalized attention was outstanding—every step of the process felt tailored to my needs, and it was clear that the doctor genuinely cared about my comfort and overall dental health. The professionalism, expertise, and welcoming atmosphere made the entire experience seamless and stress-free. If you’re looking for a dentist who goes above and beyond, this is the place to go!
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    German Perales
    February 25, 2025
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    Amazing Dentist.....great staff as well...
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    Rowland Ward
    February 25, 2025
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    Been over 20 years and still impressed with the staff and Doctor ! Cecil my boy !
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    Preppy
    December 7, 2024
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    Hi Just got back from Platinum Dental and saw Sonny, he is very patient and careful, great dentist and I will be going back for my regular check up and cleaning soon.
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    Max Gonzalez
    September 25, 2024
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    Very nice people and great dental care 🙂
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    Tori Hedjran
    July 9, 2024
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    I have been going to Platinum Dental for over 15 years now. Staff are always friendly, professional and great with people who might get a little anxious going to the dentist.
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    Kimberly Arciniega
    May 31, 2024
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    I love this place. Dr Sonny is very knowledgeable, professional, and GENTLE! He even does the teeth cleanings. He is thorough, explains the need for treatment in a way I can understand, and achieves the desired outcome. Over the past two and a half years, he's helped me overcome a painful lockjaw situation and provided a prettier smile through restorative crown work. His focus is always on good oral hygiene and he's helping me to get there. Apppointments are always on time and the staff is courteous and friendly. I've had many dentists over the years, but Platinum Dental is the best.
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    Eric Davison
    May 30, 2024
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    We highly recommend Platinum Dental, Dr Sonny Eslampour, and his team! We have been patients for 18 years. Dr. Sonny provides excellent care and service
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    Kaitlyn Whalen
    May 21, 2024
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    I have been struggling with TMJ for years now. I finally have found relief with Platinum Dental!! They have saved me. Highly recommend!!
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    May 17, 2024
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    Very clean, well-organized, pleasant.
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    May 10, 2024
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    Great service and great with my kiddos.
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    May 7, 2024
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    Amazing service, they're always speedie and reliable. The doctor always takes the extra time to educate you on why he recommends what he recommends.
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    May 4, 2024
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    Dr.Sonny is always courteous and hospitable, and the area is very clean. I’m impressed by his skill and treatment, which makes me very relaxing. I highly recommend!
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    Olivia Eligio
    May 3, 2024
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    Muy amables y el doctor hace un excelente trabajo.
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    Avarra Gordon
    December 12, 2019
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    As a client that had a BIG anxiety issue with the dentist, from past offices/experiences as a kid, I was put at ease. They cared about and understood were I was coming from. If I was in pain, they would fix it and always checked in with me. Love this office!
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    Ana Canseco
    December 1, 2018
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    I have nothing but good things to say about Platinum Dental!!! I am very happy I made the desicion to visit this dentistry. Dr. Sonny truly cares about his patients and has helped me a lot!! From teeth cleanings to root canal procedures I can not complain about a thing. I know I'm in good and safe hands everytime I visit . I appreciate the quality work and all the care that I have received. !! I definitely recommend Platinum Dental!! Thanks a lot Dr. Sonny and friendly staff you guys are the best!!!!.
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    Conner hobbit
    January 22, 2018
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    Dr. Sonny Eslampour, catered to this young adult man's, extremely low pain tolerance. He is very considerate which helped me to feel very comfortable. He is an extremely thorough dentist checking everything possible in my mouth, things I didn't even know needed to be checked. Dr. Eslampour is very meticulous in verifying that any dental fixtures match and that you, as his patient, are very happy with the results. Dr. Eslampour is one of the only dentist, I know of, who actually cleans his patients teeth, not a dental assistant. He is very comfortable to chat with and has a really great sense of humor, something you need when sitting in a dentist chair. He and his staff are extremely friendly with water and coffee to offer you, should you need to wait.
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    Dan Noriega
    October 20, 2017
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    Nothing but positive things to say about Platinum Dental. Sonny is very thorough and meticulous. Sonny and all his staff have been the best I have ever used for my dental needs.
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    Sue Johnson
    September 19, 2017
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    Love Platinum Dental. Staff is friendly and Dr. Eslampour is very patient and always has a warm smile and a funny joke.
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    Humorless Elf
    September 19, 2017
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    Friendly staff, comfortable office and Dr. Eslampour is very kind and patient. Highly recommend Platinum Dental! Sue J.
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    einah2000
    August 13, 2017
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    Dr. Sonny has an excellent method as a dentist, he is very thorough in his approach, he is also extremely dedicated to the concept of educating his patients. He is extremely familiar with all of the latest in computer-based dental technology. His staff makes me as comfortable as possible. I recommend Platinum Dental as an expert in treating cases such as TMJ, for sleep apnea, cosmetic dentistry, dental implant, etc.
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    July 31, 2017
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    Was looking for a new dentist in town and came here after another place had quoted a ridiculous price for a deep cleaning. Platinum Dental did the same procedure for a fraction of the price! Dr. Eslampour and staff are extremely friendly and very knowledgeable, they provided me with answers for every question I had. During the procedure, I was nervous and become light headed and almost blacked out. Dr. Eslampour stopped and was genuinely concerned about my well being, he didn't rush to try to get to his next patient. I greatly recommend this dental office.
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    Giselle Lewis
    July 28, 2017
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    By far the best dentist in the area; no hurts at this dentist's office. Dr. Sonny knows the latest about what is happening in the dental field. I truly love his honesty about what will work for you, and what will not. My husband and I have been going to Platinum Dental since June 2000 and still love the practice.
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    Beth
    May 23, 2017
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    The best part...Dr Elsampour has relieved my TMJ discomfort! Just as nice is that ALL of the staff are personable, yet professional, & they all are gentle & patient. The office is always clean, peaceful & tastefully decorated for the season. I have really appreciated their great customer service!
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    Ashley Hagerty
    April 27, 2017
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    Friendly, clean, casual office with professional staff. Great dentistry. My husband and I have been coming to Dr. Sonny for a few years (mostly semi-annual teeth cleaning) and have had great experiences with him. The office also helped me get Invisalign for a reasonable price. It's a nice feeling when you come into an office and they remember you and take the time to ensure they are covering all your dental issues.
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    Mark Gonzalez
    March 31, 2017
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    Why did the chicken cross the road? Because he needed to find a dentist that was an expert in dealing with cowards such as myself! Not to lie but I’m not actually the biggest fan of visiting any dentist but I would recommend Dr. Eslampour to anyone who wants a good dentist! His staff is always friendly and on the ball when I have questions about billing or scheduling my next appointments and Dr. Eslampour gets me in and out of there quickly and painlessly every time!
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    March 30, 2017
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    I love my Dentist and all of his Staff!! From the moment that we walk in the door we are greeted with warmth and enthusiasm. Dr. Eslampour is an extremely knowledgeable dentist with a very gentle touch. I highly recommend Platinum Dental to all of my family and friends

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    What is the difference between oral conscious sedation and laughing gas?

    Oral conscious sedation provides a deeper level of relaxation for patients dealing with severe dental anxiety or dental phobia. Dr. Eslampour prescribes a safe combination of oral medications taken before your procedure, often resulting in a peaceful, light sleep with little to no memory of the treatment. In contrast, Nitrous Oxide (laughing gas) is a milder inhalation sedation ideal for routine cleanings or minor fillings, allowing you to recover quickly and drive yourself home immediately after your appointment.

    Is conscious sedation dentistry safe for high-anxiety patients?

    Yes, conscious sedation dentistry is highly safe when administered by an experienced professional. At Platinum Dental, Inc. in San Marcos, Dr. Sonny Eslampour utilizes his specialized clinical training to design a customized sedation plan based on your medical history. Our team continuously monitors your vital signs throughout the entire procedure to guarantee your absolute comfort and safety from start to finish.

    Can I drive home after undergoing oral conscious sedation?

    No, you cannot drive yourself home. Because the advanced medications used in oral conscious sedation take several hours to fully clear your system, you are required to have a trusted friend or family member escort you home to rest after your procedure. By the following morning, you will wake up feeling alert, refreshed, and healthy.

    How can I schedule a sedation dentistry appointment around a busy work week?

    At Platinum Dental, Inc., we understand that it can be difficult to find time for dental care during regular business hours. To better accommodate our patients in the San Marcos area, we offer extended hours on Mondays from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM. This allows you to complete your comprehensive medical consultation or pre-sedation procedures later in the evening without missing work.

    Does dental insurance cover the cost of conscious sedation in San Marcos?

    Coverage depends entirely on your specific provider and dental plan. Many insurance companies cover or partially subsidize sedation dentistry if it is deemed medically necessary for surgical procedures or severe phobias. Our front office staff will work closely with your insurance company to maximize your benefits and minimize your out-of-pocket costs. We also offer flexible financing options like CareCredit and an In-House Insurance plan to keep care affordable.

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