Do you have a phobia about the dentist, or concerns with a more involved treatment, such as tooth extraction? We understand, and we want to ensure your visit is a comfortable one! Which is why our team can offer dental sedation. In today’s blog, your Londonderry, NH, dentist talks about the benefits of administering nitrous oxide.

When You Need Sedation

Dental sedation is often recommended for more involved treatments, such as root canal therapy, tooth extraction, or dental implant placement. The medication is designed to help you enter a state of calm and relaxation. For this reason, we can also recommend this for people with dental anxiety, so they feel calm during care, or for those with special needs that make undergoing treatment a difficult process.

Choosing the Right Solution

Nitrous oxide, sometimes referred to as laughing gas, is a mild form of sedation that is safe for kids and adults alike. Before we administer this to you, we will look at factors like your age, weight, medical history, medications, and dental anxiety levels, to make sure this is the right option for you. For some, we may discuss deeper forms of calm, such as oral conscious sedation, to help you enter a calm and relaxed state.

Your Experience with Nitrous Oxide

The process of administering this calming agent is simple. We will place a mask over your nose, and you will breathe in a special mixture of gas. This causes you to enter a deep state of calm right away. You will be conscious and able to respond to the dentist as needed, but will have little to no memory of the procedure. The effects wear off once the procedure ends, so in many cases you can drive yourself home or even return to work or school. In comparison, oral conscious sedation often leaves patients a little groggy and requires a ride home from a friend or family member.

If you have any questions about how we keep our patients calm with treatments like nitrous oxide, or if you or a member of your family needs to see the dentist for treatment, then please reach out to our team today. We look forward to helping you enjoy your best smile, and that starts with a simple exam and chewing visit.

Schedule Your Family’s Checkup and Cleaning Today!

We don’t want dental anxiety to stand between you and the bright, healthy smile you deserve. Which is why we offer special medications to help you stay calm and comfortable during your visit, so you don’t dread your routine visits and can start your journey to a healthy and beautiful smile. Give us a call at My Dentist in Londonderry, NH at (603)965-3407 today! We look forward to helping you achieve your best possible smile!