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We are proud to offer Pro-Nox™ for our patients at Salinas Valley Plastic Surgery Associates™ and Revitalessence™ Medical Spa & Laser Center. This patient-controlled system delivers fast, safe relief from discomfort and anxiety during the majority of our procedures that do not require general anesthesia. Administered under the guidance of board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Matthew L. Romans and Dr. Jeremy Silk, Pro-Nox™ in Salinas and Monterey, California, gives you real-time control over your comfort.
Pro-Nox™ is a pain- and anxiety-relief system using “laughing gas”: a fixed 50/50 blend of nitrous oxide and oxygen. This mixture has been used safely for decades in medical settings worldwide — from emergency rooms and dentist offices to labor and delivery units. Now, it’s available during in-office cosmetic procedures.
What sets Pro-Nox™ apart is that you’re in control. You hold the device and inhale only when needed. It takes effect within seconds and clears your body just as fast. You stay fully awake and aware and can drive yourself home afterward.
Pro-Nox™ is a popular add-on for treatments like:
Pro-Nox™ is ideal for patients who want a more comfortable experience during their aesthetic treatments. It works well for people who don’t want or need heavy sedation, and for cutting down on opioids during in-office procedures.
You may not be a good candidate if you have certain respiratory conditions or your physician determines another pain control method better suits your procedure or health history. Dr. Romans and Dr. Silk will go over all options with you during your consultation.
At the start of your treatment, a staff member will introduce the Pro-Nox™ system and walk you through how to use it. The device includes a simple mouthpiece that you hold and breathe through whenever you need pain or anxiety relief. Pro-Nox™ only delivers the 50/50 mix when you inhale; rather than having a constant flow, you can start or stop at any time.
The blend provides fast-acting relief within seconds. You remain alert, able to speak, and in complete control throughout the procedure. The system also includes built-in safety features like an automatic shutoff when gas pressure is low and optional scavenging to keep the treatment room air clean.
Once you stop inhaling, the effects wear off within minutes. There’s no grogginess, lingering side effects, or need for someone to drive you home. You can get back to your day almost immediately (or as dictated by your cosmetic procedure’s recovery period).
For treatment plans that cost more than $1,000, Pro-Nox™ is included at no additional charge. For procedures under $1,000, a small $50 price applies.
If you’re considering an aesthetic treatment and want to feel more relaxed and in control, ask about Pro-Nox™ at Salinas Valley Plastic Surgery Associates™ or Revitalessence™ Medical Spa & Laser Center. Contact us today to schedule your consultation in Salinas or Monterey.
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