{"id":21,"date":"2020-01-05T22:32:08","date_gmt":"2020-01-05T22:32:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newhavendentalbranford.com\/blog\/?p=21"},"modified":"2020-02-01T22:34:28","modified_gmt":"2020-02-01T22:34:28","slug":"oral-sedation-vs-nitrous-oxide-sedation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newhavendentalbranford.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/05\/oral-sedation-vs-nitrous-oxide-sedation\/","title":{"rendered":"Sedation Dentistry Options: Oral Sedation vs Nitrous Oxide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Does going to the dentist make you nervous, or do you have a\nphysical condition that makes it difficult for you to sit still during dental\ntreatments? You might be thinking about taking advantage of sedation at your\nnext appointment. Still, you may wonder which type of sedation is right for\nyou. In this blog post, we compare two popular options. We will discuss oral\nsedation vs nitrous oxide sedation. Once you know more about each choice, you\nwill be in a better position to pick the one that best fits your circumstances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Oral Conscious Sedation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

How it works: <\/strong>You take a pill shortly before your\ntreatment. The medication produces a powerful calming effect. You will remain\nalert enough to answer questions. If you drift off to sleep, it will be easy to\nawaken you with a gentle shake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Downtime: <\/strong>How long the pill lasts will depend on the\nspecific type of medication used and how fast your body metabolizes it. For\nmost people, the effects linger long enough that it is not safe to drive for at\nleast a full day following the procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Costs: <\/strong>The cost depends on the specific type of\nmedication used. Your dentist\u2019s team will give you a price estimate when you\nare discussing your procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nitrous Oxide Sedation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

How it works: <\/strong>A colorless gas is administered through\na nasal mask. The gas instantly helps you feel calm and relaxed as you breathe\nit in. Your dentist can adjust your level of sedation throughout your\ntreatment. Nitrous oxide is not as powerful as oral sedation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Downtime: <\/strong>Nitrous oxide wears off as quickly as it\ntakes effect. It will even be safe for you to drive yourself home after your\nappointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Costs: <\/strong>The cost depends on your dentist\u2019s pricing\nstructure. In general, nitrous oxide costs less than oral sedation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Which Is Right for You?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your dentist will help you decide which type of sedation may\nwork best for you.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oral conscious sedation <\/strong>may be the preferable choice\nif:<\/p>\n\n\n\n