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Will 50-50 nitrous/oxygen mixture make a teen sleepy at the dentist? should i try to fight sleep from it?

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Dr. Elton Behner answered

It may: don't try to fight it. It may also cause nausea, use the least amount necessary for relaxation and anxiety reduction.

Answered 7/7/2015

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A member asked:

Will 50-50 nitrous/oxygen mixture make a teen sleepy at the dentist? should i try to fight sleep from it?

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