What is Laughing Gas?

A nitrous oxide, laughing gas is used as a sedative at your Calgary NE dentist. This can help with dental anxiety and provide comfort during treatments. This safe choice can be beneficial when getting dental work done by a registered professional in a controlled setting. You can speak with your oral health practitioner to make sure it is the right choice for you. Your dental and medical situation will be explored in detail before determining if nitrous oxide can be administered to you.

Why Might You Need Laughing Gas?

This form of sedation helps keep you calm whether you have dental anxiety or not. It also alleviates some of the discomfort you may otherwise feel during treatment by putting you in a euphoric, slightly sedated state. You can still hear and speak to the dentist during a procedure.

What is the Laughing Gas Procedure?

When choosing this type of sedation, it will take effect in a few minutes.

• Step 1: Your dentist will fit you with a small mask that goes over your nose so the laughing gas is inhaled.

• Step 2: The level of sedation is customized for your situation and comfort level.

• Step 3: The treatment is performed and when complete, the mask is taken off. The effects wear off almost immediately.
  
  

There is no lasting short-term memory loss with this method of sedation making it a common aid when getting dental work done. At Savanna Market Dental, we encourage you to speak to us about any questions or concerns you may have so you feel more at ease.