Do you avoid dental visits because of fear or anxiety?

You are not alone.

At Mapleview Dental Centre we provide a soothing, comforting environment in which you can relax and get the care you need.

Dr Kapur, Dr. Joshi and our team will listen to your concerns before treatment begins, and then we will work together to develop a plan with which you feel comfortable. Fearful and nervous patients often benefit from sedation dentistry, an anti-anxiety medication that induces total-body relaxation.

Nitrous oxide has been the primary means of sedation in dentistry for many years. Nitrous oxide is about a mix of oxygen and nitrous oxide. It has no color, smell and does not irritate. The patient is able to breathe on their own and has control of all bodily functions. The patient may experience mild amnesia and may fall asleep not remembering all of what happened during their appointment.

Nitrous oxide works very quickly, it reaches the brain within 20 seconds and relaxation develops after 2 or 3 minutes. The depth of sedation can be altered from moment to moment by the administrator. There is no "hangover" effect-the gas is eliminated from the body in 3-5 minutes after the gas supply is stopped. You are able to safely drive home and do not need an escort.

Though there are no major contradictions to using nitrous oxide, you may not want to if you have emphysema, chest problems, COPD, multiple sclerosis, a cold, or other difficulties with breathing.

If your interested in Nitrous Oxide or have any questions, please ask any of our friendly, informative staff and they can answer any inquiries or questions you may have.