Does Nitrous Oxide Make You Sleep?

Having heard that nitrous oxide is sometimes used for dental treatments, you may wonder if it puts you to sleep. Some patients consider the idea a pleasant one, as you could take a painless nap rather than wait around for a procedure to end. Others, meanwhile, dread the thought that they would be unconscious during a potentially serious surgery. So, just what is the answer?

The short answer is, “No, nitrous oxide doesn’t make you sleep.” For the long answer, read this summary of nitrous oxide and its effects during dental sedation.