Manage Your Dental Anxiety With Nitrous Oxide
Laughing gas, or nitrous oxide, is a reliable and secure option to ease pain and calm dental anxiety during procedures for all ages. This odorless and colorless gas provides light sedation that dissipates quickly, enabling you to continue with your day immediately following your visit.
Many people think nitrous oxide causes sleep, but it actually helps patients relax. In this calm state, pain sensitivity is greatly reduced, as are the gag reflex and intense anxiety.
What Happens During Nitrous Oxide Sedation?
Discussion
Prior to starting nitrous oxide treatment, your doctor will evaluate your medical history to ensure it’s appropriate for you. There are specific situations where nitrous oxide may not be recommended. You should avoid using nitrous oxide if any of the following conditions apply to you:
- You are in the early stages of pregnancy (first trimester)
- You have respiratory conditions
- You are deficient in vitamin B-12
- You have a history of substance addiction
- You have mental health disorders
Quick and Efficient
The administration of nitrous oxide is straightforward. Your doctor will place a mask over your nose and mouth, guiding you to breathe and relax. Once it’s confirmed that nitrous oxide is appropriate for you, the treatment will commence promptly. Your doctor will provide at least 5 minutes of pure oxygen after the treatment to ensure all the nitrous oxide is expelled from your system. Nitrous oxide is highly favored because its effects fade rapidly.
Post-Treatment Care
Even if your face feels numb from a local anesthetic, the calming effects of nitrous oxide will vanish once the mask is taken off. After your dental procedure, you can safely go back to work and eat as usual.
The Cost of Nitrous Oxide Treatment in Las Vegas
In Las Vegas, the price of nitrous oxide treatment depends on your insurance. Without insurance, expect to pay $1500 or more. Fortunately, many insurance plans cover this procedure entirely, so out-of-pocket costs typically range from $0 to $80 or higher.
We recommend reaching out to your insurance provider for a quote before scheduling a visit to our dental clinic.
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Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and, most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.
Frequently Asked Questions
We take the time to thoroughly understand each patient’s medical history to ensure their safety. You can rest assured that we will determine if sedation dentistry is appropriate for you.
Some individuals notice a slight tingling sensation. Sedation often induces a quick feeling of drowsiness and deep relaxation. Additionally, you may experience temporary amnesia, leaving you with little to no memory of the procedure.
If you’re anxious about sedation, rest assured that most sedation dentistry methods don’t involve putting you to sleep. Instead, they help you achieve a state of deep relaxation. Often, patients don’t remember the procedure once it’s completed.
Absolutely! After sedation, it’s essential to have a friend or family member drive you home and keep you company. You’ll need time for the sedation to completely wear off and to give your body a chance to rest before resuming your normal activities.
After your dental procedure with sedation, it’s a good idea to take the day off to rest. Plan on setting aside about 24 hours before returning to your normal activities. The amount of time it takes for drowsiness to fade can vary, typically ranging from 2 to 8 hours, depending on the type of sedation used. This allows your body the necessary time to recover fully.
Yes, sedation dentistry can be suitable for children, especially if they are anxious or require extensive dental work. The dentist will carefully evaluate your child’s health and medical history to determine the best sedation option to ensure their comfort and safety during the procedure.
Yes, you will be awake during the procedure. Sedation dentistry aims to make you feel relaxed and calm without putting you to sleep. You’ll be conscious and able to respond to your dentist, but you’ll feel more at ease and less anxious.
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