Laughing gas, happy gas, nitrous, nitrous oxide… Inhalation sedation with nitrous oxide (N2O) and oxygen (O2) is a safe and effective way relieve minor dental anxiety. Nitrous oxide (N2O) is a colorless, odorless gas which you breathe in. It typically gives a patient a euphoric feeling; Some people find that there are auditory or visual effects as well. You will feel a bit light headed and often people get ‘the giggles.’
There’s no “hangover” effect – the gas is eliminated from the body within 3 to 5 minutes after the gas supply is stopped. You can safely drive home and don’t need an escort. On rare occasions, people have reported a bad experience with nitrous oxide. Typically this is dizziness or vertigo. This is easily reversible by reducing the amount of N2O.
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