Since dentists have been using nitrous oxide (also called laughing gas) for almost two centuries, sedation dentistry is nothing new. Many people feel a great deal of stress and anxiety over routine dental appointments. In fact, an estimated 9% to 15% of Americans skip scheduling dental appointments for that very reason. In some cases, sedation dentistry is a solution to dental anxiety. Read on for five signs that sedation dentistry might be right for you.
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