Nitrous Oxide Dental Sedation – Kaufman, TX

Fast and Effective Sedation Dentistry for Anxiety

Nitrous Oxide is a colorless, sweet-smelling gas which is inhaled. It has been a common and very safe method of sedation in dentistry for decades. The dentist administers a safe mixture of oxygen and nitrous oxide, adjusting the amounts until the patient feels comfortable. Nitrous oxide dnetal sedation in Kaufman allows the patient to breathe and control all their bodily functions while under the influence. It’s common to experience some mild amnesia or to fall asleep while under nitrous oxide.

Inside of gas mask

There are many advantages to using nitrous oxide, including:

The depth of sedation can be altered at any point during the procedure.
There are no unpleasant after-effects.
It is perfectly safe, without any side effects on your heart, lungs, or other organs.
It minimizes the chances of gagging.
It works fast, reaching the brain within 20 seconds and inhibiting pain within a few minutes.

If it is your first time using nitrous oxide it’s often best to try a safe dose for a five minute period to see how you feel about it, before it is used for your procedure.

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