My patients give me a sheepish look when they ask to have their regular clean with “Happy Gas”. Even though Nitrous oxide is most needed for anxious patients, to put their fears at rest, a significant number of patients who are not anxious, have discovered it’s pleasant effects and request it for all treatments. The Nitrous oxide makes the regular hygiene appointment, pleasant by reducing sensation and relaxing the muscles.
We ask patients who would like nitrous oxide during the cleanings to tell our patient coordinator in advance when making the appointment, so it is available when they come for their visit.