{"id":337,"date":"2024-08-05T21:43:46","date_gmt":"2024-08-05T21:43:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ridgepointedental.com\/blog\/?p=337"},"modified":"2024-08-30T21:47:32","modified_gmt":"2024-08-30T21:47:32","slug":"i-want-to-be-unconscious-at-my-dentists-can-laughing-gas-help","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ridgepointedental.com\/blog\/2024\/08\/05\/i-want-to-be-unconscious-at-my-dentists-can-laughing-gas-help\/","title":{"rendered":"I Want to Be Unconscious at My Dentist\u2019s \u2013 Can Laughing Gas Help?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ridgepointedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image-300x200.png\" alt=\"Woman relaxing while receiving laughing gas\" class=\"wp-image-338\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ridgepointedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ridgepointedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image.png 638w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You wouldn\u2019t be the first person to want to be completely unconscious for a dental treatment. Dentophobia, or simply the fear of going to the dentist\u2019s, is not an uncommon anxiety. Knowing you\u2019re going to be scared and uncomfortable certainly makes it difficult to arrange an appointment, and your dentist doesn\u2019t want you to have a negative experience in their office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, many practices <em>do <\/em>offer sedation options like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ridgepointedental.com\/nitrous-oxide-sedation.html\">laughing gas<\/a> to help patients relax. However, it won\u2019t \u201cput you under\u201d. Here\u2019s what you need to know about laughing gas, and why it might actually be better for you than a stronger anesthetic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Nitrous Oxide What-Now?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The more clinical name for laughing gas is nitrous oxide, or even nitrous oxide sedation. This is because the gas is composed of two things: nitrous oxide and oxygen. The combination can make you feel euphoric, hence the nickname \u201claughing gas\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not everyone becomes a cackling hyena, but some patients do get giggly after inhalation. Nitrous oxide also dulls the senses and relaxes the muscles, which is why it\u2019s considered an effective sedation option.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u201cKnock-Out\u201d Anesthetics Are Complicated<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Typically, when a substance is strong enough to \u201cknock you out\u201d for the duration of your treatment, it requires an anesthesiologist for safe administration. Not all dental practices have an anesthesiologist on staff, which means they would have to refer you out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In contrast, laughing gas is very simple to administer safely. Make no mistake, there are still certification requirements to ensure proper use, but it\u2019s far more likely you\u2019ll be able to find a practice that can provide nitrous oxide sedation in-house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Your Wallet and Calendar Would Agree<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking this a step further, know that requiring a specialist such as an anesthesiologist would increase the price of your treatment. It could also be a headache to schedule for, simply because you would need a safe and reliable ride home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With nitrous oxide, patients are often aware enough to drive themselves. Overall, this sedative is effective enough to reduce anxiety and manage pain, and is probably the more convenient way to ensure your comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Do Other Dental Patients Think?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Patients\u2019 experience with laughing gas is overwhelmingly positive. Many appreciate that it\u2019s minimally invasive, making it particularly well-suited for those who don\u2019t like needles or taking pills. In just a few seconds after inhaling laughing gas, they feel calm enough to withstand their treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have dental anxiety, it\u2019s always a good idea to contact your dentist. They can help you have a positive experience with dental sedation options like nitrous oxide and will be eager to work with you to meet your needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ridgepointedental.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. Austin Amos<\/a> keeps up with the latest advances in dental technology, so you can trust him to have up-to-date nitrous oxide sedation methods. He\u2019s also focused on providing patients with a quality care experience \u2013 you\u2019ll receive his complete and undivided attention as he works to address your needs and concerns. 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