At Superior Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery we want each patient to feel comfortable and at ease during their procedure, which is why we offer many options for sedation. The methods we use depend on the preference of the patient and the nature of the surgical procedure. At your initial consultation, we will discuss anesthesia options and answer any questions you might have about the sedation process.

local anesthetic

Lidocaine is the most common type of local anesthetic that involves an injection into the surgical area. In some cases, we use a local anesthetic in conjunction with other methods of anesthesia during oral surgery procedures.

Nitrous Oxide Sedation with Local Anesthetic

For simple procedures such as extractions and implant placement, a combination of local anesthetic and nitrous oxide might be the best option. In this case, we administer a mixture of nitrous oxide and oxygen through a nasal breathing apparatus and apply local anesthesia to the surgical area. The patient remains in a conscious, relaxed condition with an increased pain threshold. After the surgery, the patient will resume breathing regular oxygen and the effects of the nitrous oxide will diminish.

Office-Based General Anesthesia with Local Anesthetic

General anesthesia involved administering medications to a patient through an intravenous line, or an IV. Patients who receive this type of sedation go in and out of consciousness during the surgical procedure. We deliver supplemental oxygen through a nasal breathing apparatus and monitor the patient's vital signs throughout the procedure. They feel no pain, and they often have no recollection of the treatment. This method of sedation is available for all types of oral surgery.

Patients who receive general anesthesia will need an adult family member or friend to take them to and from the appointment. If the patient is a minor, they must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. If undergoing I.V Sedation, the patient must not have eaten or drank anything for 8 hours. Most times a separate consultation is required to accommodate I.V sedation.

Dr. Pasternak has completed years of hospital-based anesthesia training.

Hospital or Surgery Center Based General Anesthesia

In some cases, a patient will need to receive sedation and oral surgery in a hospital setting. This applies to patients who need facial and jaw reconstruction, TMJ surgery, and sometimes patients who have complex medical conditions like cardiovascular disease.

Dr. Pasternak and the Superior Oral & Maxillofacial team understands how to recommend the right sedation and anesthesia methods for your specific needs. If you have any questions about the anesthesia and sedation methods we offer, please call (248) 829-3635.

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