Surgical Extraction and Anesthesia

Have you just found out you need a tooth extraction and have anxiety about the procedure? A previous unpleasant experience might be the reason, or just hearsay. There are a variety of options available for surgical extraction that will help you. One is the introduction of sedation dentistry.

Types Of Sedation Used for Tooth Extraction

When a dental exam identifies that you need a tooth extracted, your dentist may suggest the possibility of using a sedation. Sedation dentistry helps manage and control your anxiety about having the extraction and also make sure there is no pain. Here are the sedation options that your dentist might use for your tooth extraction.

Local Anesthesia

Local anesthesia is an extremely popular type of anesthesia used for tooth extraction. Your dentist first injects the numbing medication into the immediate area around your tooth. The injection will usually feel like a pinch or a little sting, but it is not painful. You could experience some tingling in your lip and cheek afterward that can last for an hour or two following the surgery.

The advantages of a local anesthesia:

  • It is both safe and effective for all ages.
  • No special equipment is required.
  • There are no long-term side effects.
  • There is truly little or minor risk of any complications.
  • Your recovery time is quite short.

Oral Conscious Sedation

Oral conscious sedation is a sedative you take orally before your procedure. It is used for all kinds of dental procedures but is used often for tooth extractions.

The medication will help you both relax and remain calm during your procedure, so you can sit in the dental chair without feeling anxious or nervous. You might experience some mild drowsiness as a side effect. The benefits:

  • No IV is required, which means no needle.
  • Quicker recovery time as compared to a general anesthesia.

Nitrous Oxide Sedation

Nitrous oxide is a gas that you inhale through a mask or a mouthpiece. It is quite successful with relieving anxiety and also making you feel relaxed. Nitrous oxide sedation will not put you to sleep but will take away your specific awareness of what is happening during your procedure.

Nitrous oxide sedation lasts less than an hour, depending on the amount delivered. Recovery time varies depending on how much sedation was used and the addition of any other medications.

General Anesthesia

General anesthesia is also used for surgical tooth extractions. The dentist first injects a medication that makes you unaware and then adds oxygen to supplement for easy breathing. You will be asleep and will feel no pain whatsoever during your procedure.

Discuss Sedation with Your Dentist

When it has been determined that you need a surgical tooth extraction, your dentist will discuss the feasible options of sedation. You could be fine with no anesthesia, or you may prefer to take advantage of a sedation option that will help you relax and feel less discomfort during your procedure.

Your dentist can use any one of these diverse types of sedation for your surgical tooth extraction. They will recommend which is best for you and your procedure and what side effects will be expected. Remember that no matter what sedation is used, you will experience no pain during your procedure.

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