In some cases, a patient’s phobia is too strong to treat with nitrous. Instead, oral conscious sedation can be used.
This approach to relaxation requires a patient to take a prescribed medication about an hour before their appointment. By the time they arrive, they feel relaxed and can undergo treatment. However, this same relaxation requires a patient to arrange transportation. They will not be able to drive to and from their appointment.
Many adults who afraid of the dentist or undergoing extensive treatment can take oral sedation. Our dentists prescribe the pills after a careful review of a patient’s medical history.