Nitrous Oxide Sedation For Dental Procedures

Breathing nitrous oxide will put a smile on your face from the moment you slip into the dentist’s chair. This safe and highly effective method of patient relaxation has helped millions of people overcome their anxieties about dental treatment. As you try nitrous oxide, your feelings of anxiety will melt away quickly and be replaced by a warm, gentle feeling. Patients describe the experience as peacefully floating in a pleasant dreamlike state. For the apprehensive child or adult, nitrous oxide can be the key to an enjoyable, comfortable and anxiety-free dental experience.

Is nitrous oxide safe?

COMPLETELY. Nitrous oxide is recognized as the safest sedative used in dentistry today. It is mild, non-toxic and removes itself naturally from your body after use. Its benefits are even recommended for patients with certain medical conditions, including high blood pressure, angina and a history of heart attacks. And, unlike general anesthesia, patients on nitrous oxide remain fully conscious and responsive at all times.

Is nitrous oxide safe for children?

ABSOLUTELY. While our practice goes to great lengths to make every child feel at ease, some children require a degree of sedation to achieve successful treatment. Nitrous oxide is the safest, most effective form of sedation to relieve your child’s fears and ensure a positive experience.

What are the advantages of nitrous oxide?

It’s fast acting

Within minutes of administration, your stress will be transformed into a sensation of soothing relaxation.

Your depth of sedation can be adjusted easily

The depth of nitrous oxide sedation can be adjusted to quickly achieve your optimal level of relaxation.

Recovery time is short

In just 3 to 5 minutes after the flow of nitrous oxide is stopped (100% O2 flush), the effects completely disappear from your system. In fact, nitrous oxide is the only form of sedation that has no lasting after-effects that impair your ability to drive. You will simply feel refreshed and ready to go about your daily activities.

Is nitrous oxide right for me?

Please discuss the possibility of nitrous oxide conscious sedation with us. It may be just the solution you or your child have been waiting for. If you have any questions regarding the use of nitrous oxide, feel free to discuss it with your family physician.