{"id":105,"date":"2022-12-20T18:39:03","date_gmt":"2022-12-20T18:39:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hermendental.com\/blog\/?p=105"},"modified":"2023-10-09T15:24:46","modified_gmt":"2023-10-09T15:24:46","slug":"what-to-expect-with-dental-nitrous-oxide-sedation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hermendental.com\/blog\/2022\/12\/20\/what-to-expect-with-dental-nitrous-oxide-sedation\/","title":{"rendered":"What Everyone Needs to Know About Laughing Gas"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Do you tend to get anxious when it\u2019s time for your dental visit? Or maybe you just feel uncomfortable sitting in the exam chair? Perhaps you don\u2019t deal with slight levels of pain well?\u00a0 These are all things that can be helped with a form of sedation dentistry<\/a> called nitrous oxide. Before you consider this as an option for your next appointment, you may want to know exactly what to expect. For example, does it make you go unconscious? Here\u2019s what to know about nitrous oxide!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

First Things First: What is Nitrous Oxide?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Nitrous oxide sedation, also known as laughing gas, is a very safe and effective type of dental sedation used to help you feel relaxed throughout dental procedures. It\u2019s administered through a mask that fits over the nose. It\u2019s non-invasive and doesn\u2019t require needles or drugs, making it an attractive choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nitrous oxide does not<\/em> put you to sleep or cause unconsciousness; rather it makes you extremely relaxed and at ease. It\u2019s especially helpful in alleviating anxiety so you can undergo dental treatments while staying completely comfortable<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Can I Expect with Nitrous Oxide Sedation?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When inhaled, nitrous oxide enters your bloodstream quickly and takes effect pretty quickly. The gas wears off quickly once it\u2019s stopped, and you will experience barely any aftereffects. Throughout your appointment, your dentist can adjust the dose depending on how you\u2019re feeling and what level of sedation is needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When under nitrous oxide sedation, you will typically experience feelings of relaxation and lightheadedness. Some people may even find themselves smiling or feeling like they want to giggle due to the euphoric effect of the gas. Once again, you will be awake the entire time and you won\u2019t lose consciousness during nitrous oxide sedation; rather your body and mind will be more relaxed which allows your dentist to perform the necessary procedure(s) or treatment(s).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Are the Benefits of Nitrous Oxide Sedation?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many patients who aren\u2019t exactly fans of the dentist like nitrous oxide because it\u2019s:<\/p>\n\n\n\n