Known also as laughing gas, nitrous oxide helps many people overcome their apprehension at the dental office. It does not put you to sleep, nor does it cause you to laugh as the name might suggest. However, it will relax you and greatly diminish your body's perception of discomfort. It works wonderfully and the effects disappear within minutes of returning to breathing room air. You may drive yourself to the appointment and return to work when you are finished.
