Nervous Patient Sedation

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Nervous Patient Sedation

Your Comfort, Our Priority

If the prospect of visiting the dentist makes you feel nervous or uncomfortable, Smile On Clinics in Nelson Bay is here for you. Our compassionate staff will take the time to consult with you at every stage of the process – ensuring you are aware of the steps required. Although all our dental procedures can be undertaken with no discomfort, we are happy to provide sedation on request for nervous patients. Your comfort is our top priority.

Our dental staff can apply nitrous oxide – also known as ‘laughing gas’ – for all procedures. Nitrous oxide will help you feel numb and relaxed throughout the procedure, though you will still be able to communicate with your dentist throughout. If you are interested in receiving nitrous oxide for your treatment, we will arrange an initial meeting with you so that we can assess your needs and let you know what to expect.

Contact Nelson Bay Smile On Clinics today on (02) 4981 1576. Nervous sedation is available for all our treatments.

Why Nitrous Oxide?

There are numerous reasons why we at Nelson Bay Smile On Clinics use nitrous oxides to help keep nervous patients calm during the procedure. Here are just a few of them:

It is Simple to Administer

No injections or IVs are required for nitrous oxide. It can be administered via a face mask, and you only need to breathe normally to feel the sedative effects. What’s more, the effects of nitrous oxide will wear off quickly once the mask is removed when you inhale and exhale normally.

It Has Been Used for Hundreds of Years

‘Laughing gas’ was discovered as far back as 1793 by English scientist John Priestly. Today, it remains one of the most used anaesthetics. This is testament to its effectiveness and high degree of safety.

It is Scalable

One of the main benefits of nitrous oxide is that the level of sedation can be readily increased and decreased as required. This makes it suitable for patients with varying degrees of discomfort.

It Works Quickly

The effects of nitrous oxide can be felt within just 2 to 3 minutes. Additionally, nitrous oxide doesn’t produce any ‘hangover’ effects.

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FAQ

Is there anything I need to do to prepare before receiving inhalation sedation?

In general, it is recommended that you do not eat a large meal at least two to three hours before nitrous oxide is administered. Additionally, it is important that you advise your dentist of your medical history so that it can be confirmed that it is safe to provide nitrous oxide.
How long does it take for the effects of nitrous oxide to wear off?

It is generally very rapid. In most cases, you should be free of the effects within 15 minutes of the nitrous oxide being withdrawn. Nitrous oxide is very safe and expelled by the body naturally, therefore making it safe for patients to drive after the procedure.
What does inhalation sedation feel like?

You should feel a tingling sensation in your hands and feet followed by spreading warmth. After this, you will feel a sense of relaxation whilst still aware of your surroundings.