Conscious sedation with nitrous oxide
Sedation with nitrous oxide keeps the patient awake, with the ability to talk, breathe normally and respond to physical or verbal stimuli. The benefits are perceived by the dentist and the patient as he does not experience fear, pain or anxiety.
The patient only needs to inhale through a mask, a mixture of oxygen and nitrous oxide to perceive the feeling of relaxation. If the patient does not feel comfortable, analgesia can be stopped immediately with the administration of pure oxygen.
The equipment used is completely safe. It mixes oxygen at the right dosage of nitrous oxide with a total safety margin.
At the end of the procedure, the patient is able to perform any activity like driving or working, with no loss of reflexes.
This technique is widely used in North-American dental offices, and has been approved since 1976 by ADA (American Dental Association).
