Sedation Dentistry

Nitrous Oxide Sedation

Nitrous oxide sedation, commonly known as “laughing gas,” is utilized to permit treatment to be more comfortable. This sedation is inhaled through a mask. The medication you breathe in creates a sense of relaxation. Local anaesthetic is then used in conjunction with nitrous oxide to eliminate pain in most cases.

 Vista Dental Care   
Chad Aitken, DMD   
280-5201 43 St.   
Red Deer, AB   
T4N 1C7   
(855) 636-9223   
VistaDentalCare.ca

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