NITROUS OXIDE (Laughing Gas)

Nitrous oxide is a sedating gas that is combined with oxygen to

make patients feel more comfortable during dental care. A small

rubber inhaler is placed over the patient's nose and adjusted so that

the patient breathe through it. With Nitrous Oxide, most patients

experience an initial feeling of lightheadedness, which gradually

leads to an overall feeling of wellbeing.

The advantages of inhalation sedation are its rapid onset, lack of

lingering effects, the ability of the patient to engage in conversation

while under its influence.