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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
Dr. Barton was amazing. Super gentle with a pick. I wish I had gotten the name of the hygienist that assisted, she was amazing. They actually listened. No lectures. No shaming. Just caring and made it the best dental visit I ever had. They got me in quickly and didn’t add to my anxiety. I’ve never been so happy after a dental visit.
I usually have anxiety going to the dentist but this has been my best dental experience! From the moment you walk in you can tell everyone cares. I enjoyed the relaxing and upbeat environment, from the music to the cool scenic images in the lights which made my dental experience more enjoyable when I was getting my cleaning done. Dash is amazing, sweet and thorough I could tell she cares about making sure she does a job well done! She did a thorough oral assessment checking for any signs of malignancy or anything concerning which I appreciated. Doctor D is kind and friendly, he wants to take care of his patients like they are family. He educates his patients, he is honest and has integrity, you can tell this is his passion and calling. He is great at what he does and he also has an excellent team! Thank you Radiant Smiles for making my dental experience a great one! Sincerely, someone who use to hate going to the dentist.
I had a wonderful experience. Everyone made you feel very comfortable and the receptionist Michael was very informative. Thank you so much for a great experience. If in need of a dental family check out Salisbury Family Dentistry
I loved the friendly atmosphere from the moment I walked in the door. They explained everything that was going to go on in great detail. They made sure I was comfortable from the moment I walked in.
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