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08-01-2023 12:13 PM
I do not; nitrous oxide can reduce B12 levels.
08-01-2023 12:26 PM
To be clear, nitrous oxide is neither an anesthetic nor does it deaden pain in any way. I was totally anesthetized (knocked out completely) when I had my wisdom teeth pulled, just like any other surgery. I still have injections to deaden pain in addition to the "gas" when I want it.
It's merely an option for relaxation instead of say, taking a mild tranquilizer before your visit. I like it because it's totally controlled and when I get out of the chair, I am as clear headed as when I sat down.
08-01-2023 12:39 PM
I've been to the dentist twice a year for too many years to count!
I've only had gas twice - many years apart. Both times it was an impacted wisdom tooth..
All other extractions, root canals, bonding, filling, etc. etc. done with shots.
08-01-2023 12:44 PM
I've only been knocked out (twice) when I had my wisdom teeth removed. I've never had gas, always novacaine.
08-01-2023 01:53 PM
Never and I have had just about everything done to my teeth: extractions, fillings, root canals, crowns, impressions, braces, bridges, implants (off the top of my memory). I am pretty stoic and not a lot bothers me so I prefer to remain very alert and focused. I had an accident that seriously comprised my teeth and have had procedures and repeat procedures.
08-01-2023 02:04 PM
I always get the conscious sedation IV. I am awake but I have no memory of the actual procedure going on at least for me. All I remember is after the IV is inserted, I sit back, the dentist, the assistant & I chit chat. The next thing I remember is getting up out the chair w/o the attached IV, pain free & clear headed. I drive myself home.
"Never argue with a fool. Onlookers may not be able to tell the difference."
08-01-2023 02:48 PM
I use to get it for one of my daughters because she had a lot of anxiety, she is fine now.
Once I asked for valium before but it was such a hassle to get hubby to drive me and pick me up that I never did it again. As long as the novacain works I am fine. I have had extractions and never felt a thing.
08-01-2023 02:53 PM - edited 08-01-2023 03:05 PM
Yes always. It relaxes me and calms me down.
When we first moved to the area 31 years ago I called around and asked many dentists if they offered it and many at the time did not. I found one who did and have been with him since then.
I also really like him as well. He's agreat dentist but expensive.
ETA: It may not agree with some people but I have never had a problem. As soon as he takes the mask off I am fine and not even a little groggy. He does give me a few minutes of oxygen before removing the mask.
I can drive myself home...however the mask leaves marks on my face that can take a few hours to go away.
08-01-2023 02:58 PM
@San Antonio Gal wrote:Just to let everyone know - the gas does not knock you out. You are 100% aware of what's going on. It just takes away the stress/anxiety. It has a very calming effect.
Yes ....I am never kocked out! As a matter of fact, I have a lot of conversations about all sorts of topics with my dentist (he's the type who just like to talk a LOT)....you name it he will talk about it. The hard part is saying anything when your mouth is open and he's working on it! LOL!
08-01-2023 04:01 PM
They've never offered this option but I sure wouldn't turn it down.
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