Stays conscious
You remain fully conscious and able to speak throughout the appointment.
Comfort & sedation
Sedation Dentistry in Schererville, IN
Fear and anxiety keep many people from getting dental care they need. Nitrous oxide can take the edge off so you're more comfortable during your visit.
The basics
Why Consider Sedation?
Going to the dentist isn't easy for everyone. Fear and anxiety, a strong gag reflex, trouble sitting still, or a low pain threshold can all make routine visits feel harder than they should be.
Avoiding care because of anxiety only lets small problems become bigger ones over time. Sedation can make it easier to get the treatment you need, comfortably.
More than any sedation option, it's the way we work that cuts through anxiety: the slower pace, the honest explanations, a team that doesn't rush.
Nitrous oxide
What Nitrous Oxide Does
Takes the edge off
Inhaled through a mask, nitrous oxide helps you relax and raises your pain threshold.
Quick recovery
Wears off quickly
Once the gas is turned off, the effects fade fast enough that you can drive yourself home.
How it works
How Nitrous Oxide Works
- Administered through a mask placed over your nose, mixed with oxygen.
- Takes effect almost immediately once you begin inhaling.
- You can speak and respond normally throughout your procedure.
- After your procedure, oxygen continues for a few minutes to clear the gas from your system.
Beyond sedation
Comfort Options Beyond Sedation
Our operatories include massage pads, blankets, pillows, and Pandora, choose your own station. If a fidget spinner helps, we've got those too. None of this is a gimmick, it's the practical infrastructure of a calmer visit.
Please note that Crossroads Family Dental is not licensed to provide IV sedation or general anesthesia.
At your visit
What to Expect With Nitrous Oxide
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The mask goes on.
A soft mask is placed over your nose and the gas is mixed with oxygen.
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You relax.
Most patients feel calmer within minutes while remaining fully conscious.
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Oxygen clears it.
After your procedure, you breathe oxygen for a few minutes before heading home. No one needs to drive you.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is nitrous oxide safe?
Yes, it's the lightest, most common form of dental sedation, and you remain conscious throughout your procedure.
Will I need someone to drive me home?
No. Nitrous oxide wears off quickly once the gas is turned off, so you can drive yourself home.
Do you offer IV sedation?
No, Crossroads Family Dental is not licensed to provide IV sedation or general anesthesia. We offer nitrous oxide for patients who want extra comfort.
Dental Anxiety Keeping You Away? Let's Talk About Your Comfort Options.
New patients can start with a first visit, or contact us with questions first.