Nitrous Oxide

Nitrous oxide is a gas made up of nitrogen and oxygen. It is inhaled along with oxygen through a nasal mask. Depending on the procedure, nitrous oxide can be used alone or in conjunction with local anesthetic to make the patient relaxed and comfortable during treatment. It DOES NOT put the patient to sleep. Rather, the child is completely awake while benefiting from the effects of the nitrous oxide. 

Some of the positive working qualities include: raising the child’s pain threshold and making time appear to pass quickly. The gas is fast acting and breathing regular air for five minutes after use will allow the patient to leave the office the exact state they came in. Young children and children with anxiety can benefit greatly from its use.