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Since we have an upcoming Nitrous Oxide Analgesia Monitoring Course coming up, we thought we’d talk a little about the use of the gas in dentistry. Nitrous oxide, commonly known as “laughing gas,” is a commonly used sedative agent in dentistry. When administered in appropriate concentrations and under proper supervision, nitrous oxide is considered safe…
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