Surgical Extraction and Anesthesia

Do you need a tooth extraction done but have anxiety about the procedure? Maybe a previous unpleasant experience is responsible. There are options available for dental surgery that can help you. One of these options is sedation dentistry.

Types Of Sedation Used for Tooth Extraction

When an examination determines you need a tooth extracted, your dentist will discuss the option of using a sedation. Sedation dentistry will help manage your anxiety about having an extraction and ensure there is not any pain. Here are the diverse types of sedation that your dentist might use for your tooth extractions.

Local Anesthesia

Local anesthesia is the most popular type of anesthesia used for tooth extraction. Your dentist injects numbing medication into the immediate area surrounding your tooth. The injection might feel like a pinch or sting, but it is not painful. Afterward, you will likely experience some tingling in your lip and cheek that may last up to an hour or two after surgery.

The advantages of a local anesthesia:

  • It is safe and effective for all ages.
  • It does not require any special equipment.
  • There are no long-term side effects.
  • There is little or minor risk of any complications.
  • Your recovery time is short.

Oral Conscious Sedation

Oral conscious sedation is a type of sedative you take orally before your procedure. It can be used for any dental procedure but is commonly used for tooth extractions.

The medication will help you relax and feel calm during the procedure, so you will be able to rest in the chair without feeling nervous or anxious about what is happening. You might experience some mild drowsiness as one of its side effects.

Benefits:

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

Nitrous Oxide Sedation

Nitrous oxide is a gas you breathe through a mouthpiece or a mask. It is used to relieve anxiety and make you feel relaxed. Nitrous oxide does not put you to sleep, but it will take away some of your awareness of what is happening during your procedure.

Nitrous oxide sedation lasts less than an hour, depending on the amount of anesthesia. Recovery time will vary depending on how much sedation was used and whether other medications are included.

General Anesthesia

General anesthesia is the most frequently used kind of sedation for surgical tooth extraction. The dentist will inject you with a medication that makes you unconscious and then adds oxygen to help you breathe. You will be asleep and will feel no pain during the procedure.

Discuss The Sedation with Your Dentist

When you are having a tooth extracted, your dentist will discuss the option of sedation with you. Some people might feel comfortable with no anesthesia, or you may prefer to take advantage of sedation options that can help you relax and feel less pain during your procedure.

Your dentist can use these several types of sedation for tooth extraction. They will suggest which is best for your situation and what side effects can be expected. It is important to remember that no matter what kind of sedation is used, you will experience no pain throughout the procedure.

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