Does Laughing Gas Make You Say Things?
So you’re at the dentist’s office one day, and they tell you that on your next appointment you may need some laughing gas for your procedure.
Almost immediately, the image of the sedated person spilling their most intimate secrets comes to mind.
We see it in movies, and TV shows, and we maybe even know an urban legend depicting this very scenario.
But is there any truth to it?
Laughing Gas Will Not Make You More Honest
Nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, is a mild sedative that can help you relax and sit through a dental procedure. Though it can lower your inhibitions slightly, it will usually not lead to unusual behaviors like starting to blurt out your secrets or making you say weird things.
Instead, laughing gas can make you a bit more giggly, as the popular name suggests, and a bit disoriented and confused. However, you’ll be perfectly safe and under the supervision of your Dallas dentist, so you really don’t have to worry.
Even if you do say something strange, the dentist will never hold it against you.
When Is Laughing Gas Necessary?
Laughing gas can be especially important for people struggling with dental anxiety, disabilities, and even children.
As a mild sedative, laughing gas will not put you to sleep. Instead, it will help you stay calm during the procedure, and allow your dentist to treat you properly. Laughing gas can therefore be used even for routine and simple procedures if the person needs a bit more help remaining calm or sitting still in the dentist’s chair.
Is Laughing Gas Safe?
Laughing gas is generally considered perfectly safe for most people. Since it’s administered in a controlled environment and by a trained professional, there is really nothing to worry about.
Of course, laughing gas may not be for everyone. In general, the dentist only recommends any sedation if it’s truly necessary, and only after they review your medical history and health, to see if you are a good candidate for sedation dentistry in Dallas.
There are also some potential side effects to laughing gas, such as:
- Headaches
- Disorientation or confusion
- Nausea
But these effects will usually go away once the laughing gas is out of your system. Once the procedure is done, the dentist will have you breathe in oxygen to help flush the gas out. By the end, you’ll be perfectly alert.
How White Dental Spa Can Help
If you want to restore the health or appearance of your teeth, Dr. E-Jan Tung and Dr. Quinn Liu are at your service!
We also provide sedation options to help all our patients be perfectly relaxed and comfortable throughout their visits.
To get started, please book an appointment at White Dental Spa online.
Have more questions about sedation or our services? Then feel free to call us directly at (214) 484-1064 for more information.