Nitrous "Laughing Gas"

Also known as laughing gas, Nitrous is beneficial in calming a patient's anxiety before a procedure. It is a sweet-smelling, non-irritating, colorless gas that you can breathe.

It is used primarily for its anesthetic and analgesic properties. It is a safe and effective gas that the patient inhales. It is the most commonly used sedation technique in dentistry.

There are many advantages to using Nitrous.

• The depth of sedation can be altered at any time to increase or decrease sedation.
• There is no after-effect such as a "hangover".
• Inhalation sedation is safe with no side effects on your heart and lungs.
• Inhalation sedation is very effective in minimizing gagging.
• It works quickly, reaching the brain within 20 seconds. In as little as 2-3 minutes, its relaxation and pain-killing properties develop.

Oral Sedation Dentistry in Johns Creek GA

Are you extremely anxious about visiting the dentist? We can administer an oral sedative to help you relax before a restorative dental procedure. Safe and effective, Oral Sedation allows you to remain awake and aware while reducing your anxiety during any dental procedure.

Oral Sedation can also be combined with a light amount of Nitrous gas to increase your relaxation.

Advantages to patients include:

• Treatment is completed when you are in a more relaxed mood.
• You will find it easier to sit through a lengthy procedure.
• Multiple treatments and full mouth restorations can occur at during the same visit.
• Less discomfort after treatment.

IV Sedation Dentistry in Johns Creek, GA

Comprehensive Conscious IV Sedation Dentistry (moderate)

Conscious IV Sedation Dentistry is also known as "twilight sleep". We are specialty-trained to provide this type of sedation. It is particularly good for patients with strong gag reflexes, high dental anxiety, or those patients requiring multi-visit procedures who would prefer the work to be done in one visit. IV Sedation Dentistry is also used in most oral surgery procedures and requires more planning on the patient's and doctor's part. The patient will be groggy after the procedure and will need a friend or family member to drive them home and monitor them for the next few hours.