Nitrous Oxide has been the primary means of sedation in dentistry for many years. Nitrous oxide is safe, the patient receives 50-70% oxygen with no less than 30% nitrous oxide.
Nitrous Oxide is a sweet-smelling, non-irritating, colorless gas which you can breathe. While under the administration of Nitrous Oxide, you are able to breathe on your own and remain in control of all bodily functions.
You may experience mild amnesia and may fall asleep, not remembering all of what happened during your appointment.