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IS NITROGEN OXIDE SAFE?

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Nitrogen oxide is a colourless, slightly sweet odour, that is a harmless and efficient sedative agent that has been induced with oxygen, which is inhaled through a mask small enough to fit and cover your nose. The nitrogen oxide, also known as laughing gas, is one of a few sedative options to keep you relaxed, not asleep during specific dental treatment. WHAT IS NITROGEN OXIDE? Upon arrival, your dentist in Winnipeg will provide you with a device to aid breathing of which nitrogen oxide and oxygen are the main constituents. Time would be allotted to you so you can relax and the nitrogen oxide can begin taking effect. EFFECT OF NITROGEN OXIDE The effect of nitrogen oxide on the patient is to create a tingling sensation in the arms and legs of the patient- some call it heaviness- but you will still be conscious and mostly likely be able to hear and respond to questions asked by your dentist. All you need to do is breathe normally, then a little while after the mask is...