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Nitrous Oxide For Dental Sedation
At Radiant Smiles Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we want your visit to be a pleasant one. For many patients, dental fears or anxieties keep them from visiting the dentist regularly. Sedation dentistry helps patients undergo dental work and keep their mouths healthy without anxiety. We offer nitrous oxide in our Pineville, NC dental office.
Also called laughing gas, nitrous oxide is a colorless, odorless gas that is used to create a calm, relaxed experience. In dentistry, it is often used to help patients who feel anxious or have trouble sitting still. It takes effect immediately and the patient remains awake throughout the treatment.
Uses Of Nitrous Sedation In Dentistry
Laughing gas can be used with patients of all ages to ensure a better dental experience. At Radiant Smiles Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, nitrous sedation may be recommended for the following reasons:
- Easing dental fears – Dental anxieties are common and can keep people from visiting the dentist. To ensure you have a good experience, dental sedation can take the edge off your anxiety. The medication can help you stay calm, yet awake, so you do not notice pain or fear during your treatment.
- Helping young children sit still – Young children often have trouble staying still for dental appointments. When necessary for treatments such as dental fillings, nitrous oxide can help relax children and ease fidgeting.
- Treating patients who need significant work – Even adults have trouble sitting for long periods of time. When a treatment or procedure may take a significant period of time, laughing gas may be recommended to minimize excess movement
Safe Sedation Dentistry
Nitrous oxide is a very safe option for sedation dentistry. The patient’s medical history is thoroughly reviewed to ensure there are no allergies or diseases that could cause adverse reactions. If used, the medication is closely monitored and controlled by the dental team throughout the procedure.
Nitrous oxide takes effect immediately. It does not cause drowsiness so the patient remains awake and can communicate with the dentist. The patient breathes in a combination of oxygen and nitrous oxide through a mask.
Once the treatment is over, the medication is stopped and the effects cease immediately without any lasting effects. As the medication is turned off, the patient breathes in only oxygen to clear the lungs. Since there are no side effects or lingering reactions, patients can drive themselves home and resume normal activities after the appointment.
Schedule A Consultation!
At Radiant Smiles Family & Cosmetic Dentistry, we want you to have a positive dental experience. We offer nitrous oxide in Pineville, NC to reduce dental anxieties while improving oral health. Our comprehensive, affordable dental services will keep your smile beautiful and healthy. Contact our team today for a dental appointment.
Reviews
I had my initial consultation with Dr. Desameau a few months ago. He was very knowledgeable, kind and professional. His staff was also very friendly. Today I started the first phase of my dental work. I had a major accident and am in need of major dental rehabilitation. From the time I walked in this morning at 9am to now at 8pm…. I’m beyond impressed. My extractions were done painlessly and Dr. Desameau took the time to explain the next phase of my dental rehabilitation. I’m excited to see this dental transformation happen!!!! Now…. I have to talk about Shannon, the office manager. She greeted me with a smile at 9am and assisted Dr. Desameau through the entire process. I recently had surgery on my ankle from my accident and can’t walk on my foot (I use a walker)… she took care assisting me to the restroom half way through the procedure… she took great care to make sure I got there safely, waited for me to finish and walked with me back to my dental chair… such great care!!!! At the end of my appointment, she walked with me out to get in the car… carried my purse and all (since I had the walker) and sent me off with a smile. I got home and fell asleep…. I over slept and didn’t realize the pharmacy I asked them to send my prescriptions to closed early and would be closed throughout the weekend. When I called the emergency line at 8pm, it was Shannon who answered! Couldn’t believe she was still working. She went above and beyond to make sure my prescriptions were re-sent to a pharmacy that would be open throughout the weekend. I’m highly impressed by the way Shannon goes above and beyond for her patients…. I would give 10 stars if I could! Today, I was reassured that I picked the right place for my dental rehabilitation…. Thank you so much Shannon and Dr. Desameau!!!!!!!
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