Nervous About the Dentist? Maybe You Need Nitrous Oxide

Do you feel nervous when you think about going to the dentist? Is it hard to bring yourself to make an appointment with thedentist in Medina, OH, because of your anxiety?

If this describes you, you could be a good candidate for nitrous oxide. This popular and important type of sedation dentistry makes visiting the dentist far more comfortable for many dental patients daily.

What Is Sedation Dentistry?

The term “sedation dentistry” refers to using sedation during a dental appointment to help the patient relax and feel more comfortable. Sedation dentistry can help patients who feel dental anxiety. Sedation dentistry can also help patients during long, uncomfortable dental appointments to feel less discomfort throughout the process.

What Is Nitrous Oxide?

Nitrous oxide is the mildest form of sedation typically used during dental appointments. It is delivered to the patient through a mask over the nose. The colorless gas starts working within minutes of inhaling it. While using nitrous oxide, the patient will feel relaxed and calm.

What Are the Benefits of Nitrous Oxide?

There are many benefits of nitrous oxide, including:

• Feeling of peace throughout the dental appointment. For patients who feel anxiety during dental appointments, nitrous oxide can make it easier to relax.
• Starts working right away, wears off fast. Nitrous oxide starts working as soon as the patient begins breathing it in. Once nitrous oxide use is discontinued, it clears out of the body very quickly.
• Can drive home and engage in normal activities after the appointment. Some types of sedation can prevent a patient from driving themselves home or working after their dental appointment. Nitrous oxide wears off quickly and after use, the patient can resume normal activities.

Do You Think You Can Benefit from Nitrous Oxide? Call Today

We offer nitrous oxide at Evanko Dental Group of Medina because some of our patients need it. If you think you can benefit from nitrous oxide during your next dental appointment, call us today and ask about oursedation dentistry services in Medina, OH. We’re here to help!