Nitrous Oxide in Somerset, NJ | Gentle Sedation for a Stress-Free Dental Visit
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Safe, Fast-Acting Sedation for Patients with Dental Anxiety
If dental visits make you feel nervous or anxious, you’re not alone. At Advanced Dental Arts in Somerset, NJ, we offer nitrous oxide sedation—commonly known as laughing gas—as a simple, effective way to help patients relax during treatment.
Whether you need a routine dental cleaning or more involved procedures like tooth extractions or gum therapy, nitrous oxide helps reduce anxiety, increase comfort, and make your experience easier and more pleasant.
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What Is Nitrous Oxide?
Nitrous oxide is a colorless, odorless gas that is mixed with oxygen and inhaled through a small mask placed over your nose. It works quickly to help you feel calm, slightly euphoric, and at ease—while still remaining fully awake and responsive.
Because it wears off quickly, nitrous oxide is one of the most commonly used and safest sedation options in dentistry, especially for:
- Mild to moderate dental anxiety
- Children or teens with fear of the dentist
- Patients needing multiple or lengthy treatments
- Sensitive gag reflexes or low pain tolerance
How Nitrous Oxide Works
Step 1: Preparation
Before your procedure, we’ll place a small nasal mask to administer nitrous oxide. The effects begin within minutes.
Step 2: Relaxation During Treatment
You may feel light-headed, warm, or slightly tingly. Most patients feel calm and unconcerned about the dental work being done.
Step 3: Quick Recovery
As soon as your procedure is complete, the gas is turned off and replaced with oxygen for a few minutes. The effects wear off quickly, and you can typically drive yourself home and resume normal activities right away.
Nitrous oxide is often used alongside services like tooth-colored fillings, dental sealants, or inlays and onlays to help make visits more comfortable.
Benefits of Nitrous Oxide Sedation
- Fast onset and quick recovery
- Completely safe for children and adults
- Reduces fear, discomfort, and gag reflex
- No needles or IVs required
- Ideal for short and long procedures alike
- No lingering drowsiness or memory loss
Many patients also combine nitrous oxide with treatments like Zoom whitening or same-day crowns to stay relaxed during longer appointments.
Is Nitrous Oxide Safe?
Yes. Nitrous oxide has been used safely in dentistry for over a century and is still a widely recommended sedation method for both children and adults. At Advanced Dental Arts, your vital signs and comfort are monitored closely throughout your visit to ensure the best experience possible.
Why Choose Advanced Dental Arts?
- Personalized Comfort Solutions
Whether you have mild anxiety or a strong dental phobia, we tailor sedation to your needs and offer other options like oral sedation for added support. - Experienced Team of Providers
With decades of combined experience, Dr. Philip Afshar and Dr. Joseph Haddad provide gentle care in a calm and understanding environment.
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From emergency dental care to cosmetic makeovers, we provide complete care under one roof. - Trusted in Somerset and Surrounding Communities
We welcome patients from North Brunswick, Franklin Township, Bridgewater, and beyond.