PATIENT INFORMATION

• Introduction
• First Visit
• Scheduling
• Financial Policy
• Insurance
• Infection Control
• Patient Comfort
  • Nitrous Oxide
  • Oral Sedation
• Home Instructions
  • Restorative Post-Op Instructions
  • Wisdom Teeth Post-Op Instructions
  • Periolase LANAP Post-Op Instructions
• FAQ

Nitrous Oxide

Nitrous Oxide , commonly known as laughing gas, is a sweet-smelling, non-irritating, colorless gas which you can breathe.

Nitrous Oxide has been the the primary means of sedation in dentistry for many years. Nitrous oxide is safe and effective to reduce any anxiety that the patient may have.

There are many advantages to using Nitrous Oxide

• The depth of sedation can be altered at any time to increase or decrease sedation.
• There is no after effect such as a "hangover".
• Inhalation sedation is safe with no side effects on your heart and lungs, etc.
• Inhalation sedation is very effective in minimizing gagging.
• It works rapidly as it reaches the brain within 20 seconds. In as little as 2-3 minutes its relaxation and pain killing properties develop.

Reasons to not use Nitrous Oxide

You should not utilize Nitrous Oxide if you have been diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Though there are no other major contraindications to using nitrous oxide, you may not want to use it if you have emphysema, exotic chest problems, M.S., a cold or other difficulties with breathing.

For the comfort of our patients, Dr. Sullivan provides complimentary nitrous oxide sedation at our patient's request.