Oral Sedation

For patients who feel nervous about dental care, oral sedation offers a safe and effective way to relax before and during treatment. At North Roanoke Dental Associates in Roanoke, Virginia, Dr. Brett Rhodes provides oral sedation as a simple solution to ease anxiety and help patients feel calm and confident throughout their visit.

This method of sedation creates a deeper level of relaxation than nitrous oxide alone. Before your appointment, Dr. Rhodes will prescribe a small dose of medication to take at home, allowing you to arrive at the office already relaxed. Several types of anti-anxiety medications can be used for this purpose, and Dr. Rhodes will carefully select the one best suited to your health and comfort needs. All of these medications work by reducing or even eliminating the anxiety many people feel about dental treatment.

In addition to reducing stress, oral sedation often helps limit your memory of the procedure, allowing your appointment to feel shorter and more comfortable. This can make it easier to complete more complex dental treatments in fewer visits. Throughout your procedure, Dr. Rhodes and our team will closely monitor your vital signs to ensure your safety and comfort at every step.

For patients who want an even deeper level of relaxation, oral sedation can be safely combined with nitrous oxide. Because the effects of oral sedation last longer than with nitrous oxide alone, you will need a friend or family member to bring you to your appointment and drive you home afterward.

At North Roanoke Dental Associates, we understand that dental anxiety is real—and we’re here to make sure every patient throughout Southwest Virginia receives care in a calm, supportive, and comfortable environment.