Nitrous Oxide Sedation Dentistry

Laughing gas, which has been in use in the United States since the 1800s, can help relax you at your next trip to the dentist. This type of sedation usually creates a peaceful, relaxed feeling, which makes it easier to undergo dental treatment.

Nitrous oxide is administered through a scented nose piece, and you feel the calming effects of it almost immediately. Not all dentists in the Phoenix metro area have nitrous oxide available, but sedation dentists generally do. Laughing gas can be given by itself, but more commonly, it’s used with Novocain (which numbs the area being treated).

In order to further relax you, many sedation dentists also have headphones and music available, which can serve as a pleasant distraction. Some also have televisions in their treatment rooms.

More importantly, most sedation dentists are very good communicators. They’ll explain what they’re doing, pause to answer questions and give explanations, and slow down treatment to a pace that makes you feel comfortable and safe.

Thanks to sedation dentistry, your next trip to the dentist can be your best trip to the dentist.

Click here for a list of sedation dentists in Phoenix.

Sedation dentistry is available throughout the Phoenix metro area, including in Queen Creek, Sun Valley, Peoria, Mesa, Glendale, Chandler, Tempe, and Scottsdale, Arizona.