Every patient we see receives oral surgery anesthesia. Whether it’s a simple wisdom teeth removal or a more complex procedure like bone grafting, anesthesia brings pain relief and eases nerves wonderfully. To help you understand oral surgery anesthesia types and uses, we’ve prepared an overview. Read on to see for yourself how we use this…
Oral Surgery Anesthesia: What is Nitrous Oxide?
We’ve all heard about “laughing gas.” But what is nitrous oxide, really – and how does it work? When is it a good choice for oral surgery anesthesia? Nitrous oxide is colorless, smells sweet, and goes down easy – without irritation. It’s a breathable gas. And it has beneficial effects for pain relief during surgery….
Oral Surgery Anesthesia: What is Intravenous Sedation?
Oral surgery anesthesia has come a long way. Gone are the shot glass and pliers – this is the age of pain-free oral surgery. And intravenous sedation is the ultimate in anesthesia. Also known as “twilight sedation” for its put-me-under properties, intravenous sedation calms you and eliminates pain during your dental procedure. It’s designed to get…