Dr. Anna Avaliani is a leading female expert on Upper East Side in New York City specializing in cosmetic and laser surgery. She is a Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, ASLMS (American Society of Laser Medicine and Surgery), and a Diplomate of the American Board of Medical Specialties. Dr. Avaliani’s unique approach is very much appreciated and recognized locally and internationally by her loyal patient following. Her high-end clientele includes many celebrity models, actors, TV hosts, celebrity makeup artists, hairstylists, fashion designers, and many billionaires and influential people.

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“Laugh, giggle and have fun while getting your favorite beauty treatments,” a line that one never thought would be realistic to say until the Pro-Nox and NitroNox were introduced. Dr. Anna Avaliani MD, strives to deliver a very comfortable and anxiety-free experience to all patients throughout their treatments. To stick with her mission, Dr. Avaliani’s office offers not one but two of the laughing gas machines that provide a pain-free solution without the use of narcotics. Here Haute Beauty sat down with a Haute Beauty expert to discuss everything you need to know about the Pro-Nox and NitroNox available.

What are the benefits of receiving beauty treatments with Pro-Nox and/or NitroNox?

The fear of procedures is always due to anxiety and the fear of pain. Laughing gas delivery has finally entered the field of aesthetics and cosmetics to help patients deal with their anxiety and also manage the discomfort associated during treatments when numbing cream is not enough and/or there is a fear of taking heavy or strong pain killers.

Pro-Nox and/or NitroNox allow for increased patient comfort. Decreased discomfort. Quicker treatments and total anxiety alleviation for both men and women.

• It’s used globally
• It’s proven safe and effective
• It’s quick onset, about 2-3 minutes
• The short duration of effect
• Completely wears off in less than 10 minutes
• Self-administered
• Can be used for short or long procedures
• It’s non-addictive
• There is no recovery
• Ability to resume daily activities right away
• No need to be picked up after procedures
• Safe for kids and or adults and even pregnant women

What is Pro-Nox and /or NitroNox?

It is a self-administered, safe and effective system of natural laughing gas which delivers a fixed 50/50 amount of two different natural clear and odorless gases: 50% N2O and 50% O2.

How does Pro-Nox and /or NitroNox work?

It is a self-administered relaxation system, which gives patients full and total control of their degree of relaxation.

PRO-NOX delivers a 50% oxygen and 50% nitrous oxide mixture of odorless and colorless but slightly metallic taste gas to provide short-term relief of pain and anxiety during any cosmetic treatment of your choice. It is self-administered using a disposable single-use mouthpiece. It is different from anesthesia, which requires a doctor anesthesiologist, YOU, the patient, are in control to deliver just the right amount of fast-acting relief you feel that you need.

The key difference between anesthesia and analgesia is that all traces fade from your system within ten minutes, so you won’t need a designated driver or family member to take you home.  You are safe to drive or return to your daily activities with no risk.

Which cosmetic procedures can Pro-Nox and /or NitroNox be used with?

The answer is pretty much ANY procedure of your choice to help you feel less anxious about any discomfort during the treatment. Simply ask for it! Dr. Avaliani offers Pro-Nox and /or NitroNox for the following Pain-free and anxiety-free procedures in our office:

• Pain-free Botox and Dysport injections
• Pain-free All Dermal Fillers like Restylane, Juvederm, Sculptra and Radiesse
• Pain-free Kybella injections
• Pain-free Laser Hair removal
• Pain-free Laser Tattoo removal
• Pain-free skin rejuvenation treatments
• Pain-free skin revitalization treatments
• Pain-free thermal Microneedling/ RF Microneedling
• Pain-free PRP injections
• Pain-free PRP Hair injections
• Pain-free body contouring treatments
• Pain-free Coolsculpting massage
• Pain-free SculpSure treatment
• Pain-free Ultherapy
• Pain-free PDO threads/Nova threads/Thread lift

Can I drive a car after receiving Pro-Nox and /or NitroNox?

Absolutely, yes! All traces of gas fade from the system in 10 minutes and do not cause many mental or physical impairments so you can drive and safely return to work or anything else you like, including going to the gym.

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Do I need assistance after procedure with Pro-Nox and /or NitroNox system?

Absolutely NOT. In 10 minutes all traces of the gas are out of your system and you are back to normal.

How does Pro-Nox and /or NitroNox make you relax?

The mixture creates a slightly euphoric sensation where you are just super relaxed and don’t care about anything that is happening. It’s not anesthesia where one is totally asleep but rather analgesia, where your pain receptors are so relaxed that you almost don’t feel pain or just don’t react to it.

What is the difference between Pro-Nox and NitroNox systems?

They are the same but simply use different brands. They are both are gas delivery systems that provide a mix of 50% Oxygen and 50% Nitrous oxide gas deliverable via single-use, disposable and patient-controlled tubing.

What are Pro-Nox and /or NitroNox side effects?

The effect of the laughing gas is very safe, effective and very comfortable. There are really no side effects to worry about. Some people may experience slight headaches or nausea if they didn’t eat and receive the treatment on an empty stomach. It is therefore advisable.

What are contraindications to receiving Pro-Nox and /or NitroNox treatment?

• Hypersensitivity to nitrous oxide mixtures
• Head injuries with impaired consciousness
• Maxillofacial injuries
• Artificial, traumatic or spontaneous pneumothorax
• Air embolism
• Middle ear occlusion, ear infection
• Eye Surgery with intra-ocular gas injection within the last 6 weeks
• Decompression sickness
• Severe abdominal distension secondary to intra-abdominal air / intestinal obstruction
• The inability of a patient to follow directions
• The inability of a patient to hold own delivery device (mouthpiece or mask)