Nitrous oxide, better known as laughing gas, is given to some patients to help them relax during their dental visits. Nitrous Oxide is a blend of oxygen and nitrous oxide, which is administered through a small breathing mask that is placed over the nose. This allows you to relax and remain comfortable without being put to sleep. Email Us. Make A Payment Anderson. Make A Payment Fortville. Nitrous Oxide is a sweet-smelling, non-irritating, colorless gas that you can breathe.
It can be very helpful in allowing fearful patients to comfortably get the dental care they want and deserve. Nitrous Oxide has been the primary means of sedation in dentistry for many years.
The patient may experience mild amnesia and may fall asleep, not remembering all of what happened during their appointment. Nitrous oxide works rapidly as it reaches the brain within 20 seconds. In as little as minutes its relaxation and pain killing properties develop. Privacy Policy Site Map. Sedation Dentistry Free dental consultation, including X-rays. Recent Comments. The gas itself is colorless, and it has a slightly sweet odor and taste. Once we start to administer laughing gas, it typically takes effect within minutes, making you feel calm, happy, maybe even giddy.
At the end of your dental appointment, we turn off the laughing gas and switch over to oxygen, to bring you back to alertness. You should be able to drive yourself home after receiving laughing gas.
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