General Anesthesia And Sedation

Anaesthesia and Sedation

During operations, patients may require to be numbed or put into unconscious state. Usually, patients with high anxiety or those who require major dental help are treated by using general anaesthesia. It is both comfortable and practical.

If you and your dental expert agree that you require sedation, then you are either given an oral medication or IV sedation. This technique has proven useful with many cases that it helps overcome barriers caused by anxieties.

Oral Sedation while in-conscious state

To eliminate fears, we offer you conscious sedation option, patients who have stress prior to operation an also those who depend on multiple operations are assisted this way in one visit.

This technique includes patient being sedated prior to visit after which given nitrous oxide to boost the sedative effect.

How does Nitrous Oxide function?

This substance is also referred as “laughing gas” and used in dental operations to suppress pain since it provides euphoric elevation. It is also preferred due its effects regarding enhanced patient comfort and relieving anxiety. The amount of gas you consume is monitored by experts in clinic hence your doctor can operate without any problem. After anaesthesia, you will still be able to drive yourself home.

Conscious IV Sedation

IV sedation can be used for both general anaesthesia and conscious sedation. This numb altered state is also known as “twilight” state which puts you into a groggy situation where your mind is relaxed. Sedated state relieves your pain while minimizing discomfort.