Nitrous oxide is a gas, and is commonly known as happy gas or laughing gas. Giving nitrous oxide is a way to help reduce a child’s pain and anxiety during dental treatment. The gas is given through a small nosepiece, and your child will be awake throughout the procedure. Children usually recover quickly from the effects of the gas after their dental treatment has been completed.
As the parent or carer, you must give your consent to use sedation and consent for the dental procedure.
You need to understand the reasons for sedation and the following risks: o In some cases, your child’s oxygen levels may drop. If this happens, they will be given oxygen through an oxygen mask. Nurses will carefully check your child’s breathing throughout the procedure.
Your child can have a light meal, such as jelly, soup or toast, and a drink two hours before the procedure. After that, they should have nothing to eat or drink until after the procedure.
We are dedicated to providing exceptional oral health care for children in a friendly and nurturing environment. Children require expert specialist care From the moment first tooth emerges in the mouth to have a thorough dental assessment and promote healthy oral habits for life and and this begins when we welcome your child to our dental practice.
