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Will Nitrous Oxide Affect Fetus In Pregnancy ?
I am five weeks pregnant just found out. I am a dental asssistant, and have been assisting in nitrous oxide. Will this effect my baby. Or is it too early.? Freaking out!
Fri, 6 Sep 2013
Hi,
The amount of nitrous oxide you will inhale whilst assisting will not be a dangerous amount.
Therefore, I can reassure you that your baby will be safe.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
The amount of nitrous oxide you will inhale whilst assisting will not be a dangerous amount.
Therefore, I can reassure you that your baby will be safe.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
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It is controversial , the gas is used in last trimester for painless delivery but some say that prolonged use can cause adverse effect on DNA production so you never know but I have seen all dental surgeons delivering normal babies.i don't think yours is 'prolonged use'.
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