Should I get nitrous oxide during dental treatments?

American Dental Association

Some people may become anxious before dental treatment. Watch as Dr. Maria Lopez Howell explains how nitrous oxide can be an option to help you relax.

Continue Learning about Nitrous Oxide

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

Nitrous oxide is the name of the active ingredient of a gas for which there is not a brand name....

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

After you receive nitrous oxide and the mask has been removed, you should feel fine. It may take...

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

When nitrous oxide gas is administered, you will feel the effects within one to two minutes. The...

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

It is unlikely that you will miss a dose of nitrous oxide because it will be administered by tra...

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