Relax Through Your Next Dental Visit at Rothfus Family Dental
At Rothfus Family Dental, we understand that many patients feel nervous about visiting the dentist. Our sedation dentistry options are designed to help you relax, feel comfortable, and receive the care you need without stress or fear. Whether you experience dental anxiety, have a sensitive gag reflex, or need a longer treatment, sedation can make your visit calm and worry-free.
We offer two safe, effective types of sedation for healthy adults and teens:
- Oral Sedation – A simple prescription medication taken before your appointment helps you relax while staying awake and aware throughout your visit.
- Inhalation Sedation (Nitrous Oxide) – Also called laughing gas, this gentle option provides a light, euphoric feeling during treatment and wears off quickly afterward.
Our Medford dental team will review your health history and recommend the best level of sedation for your comfort and safety.
What to Expect with Sedation Dentistry
Your experience depends on which method is right for you:
- With nitrous oxide, you’ll breathe in a gentle mix of gas through a soft nosepiece at the start of your appointment. You’ll stay alert, comfortable, and can drive yourself home once the oxygen flush is complete.
- With oral sedation, you’ll take a prescribed pill about an hour before treatment. You’ll remain conscious but feel deeply relaxed and at ease.
For complex procedures requiring deeper sedation, we coordinate care with a licensed dental anesthesiologist to ensure maximum safety.
After Your Appointment
If you receive oral sedation, you’ll need someone to drive you home as the effects wear off. Nitrous oxide patients typically feel normal within minutes and can return to daily activities right away.
Discover Comfort-Focused Dentistry
If fear or anxiety has kept you from regular dental visits, sedation dentistry at Rothfus Family Dental in Medford, Oregon can change the way you feel about dental care. Our goal is simple: to help every patient experience stress-free, compassionate, and confident dentistry. Call (541) 858-7994 to learn which sedation option is right for you.
