The dentist’s office can be a nerve-wracking experience for some patients. The thought of sitting still in the treatment chair can be enough to cause individuals to postpone or cancel their appointments altogether. However, with sedation dentistry, like nitrous oxide, it can calm a patient’s nerves and create a more comfortable and efficient experience. But does this mild form of sedation cause patients to become unconscious throughout treatment? Find out what is considered normal and why being “put to sleep” will not happen with nitrous oxide.
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