Roughly 75% of American adults suffer from some level of dental fear or anxiety. This means that they experience some kind of fear or nervousness revolving around the sites, sounds, or procedures that take place during dental visits. This can make it difficult for people to receive the treatment they need to maintain healthy smiles. Nitrous oxide is a popular option for many patients, but does it put you to sleep like some other types of sedation do? Read on to learn more about nitrous oxide and whether or not it will put you to sleep.
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