I was told that I can get an oral conscious sedation plus local anesthetic for my All on 6 procedure. She said I would be conscious but "out of it". I had a twilight sedation before through an IV for an endoscope and it didn't work AT ALL. I wasn't able to speak , but I felt & remembered everything. I fear dental work. Is just getting a oral conscious sedation a typical protocol? Why wouldn't someone be put completely under for surgery? Will I be aware of everything that is happening? Thanks.
August 27, 2015
Answer: Sedation options for dental treatment The majority of patients in our office have their dental implant treatment performed with just local anesthetic (Novocain). We do have many patients, however, who are nervous and elect to use oral conscious sedation. This is done with a combination of oral medications that put the patient into a very relaxed state and more importantly, leave them with very little or absolutely no memory of the dental visit. for patients who are extremely nervous, we also have an anesthesiologist on staff who offers general anesthesia. This would be equivalent to the same type of sedation that is given in an operating room. I hope you found this information to be helpful,Dr. Champagne
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August 27, 2015
Answer: Sedation options for dental treatment The majority of patients in our office have their dental implant treatment performed with just local anesthetic (Novocain). We do have many patients, however, who are nervous and elect to use oral conscious sedation. This is done with a combination of oral medications that put the patient into a very relaxed state and more importantly, leave them with very little or absolutely no memory of the dental visit. for patients who are extremely nervous, we also have an anesthesiologist on staff who offers general anesthesia. This would be equivalent to the same type of sedation that is given in an operating room. I hope you found this information to be helpful,Dr. Champagne
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October 9, 2018
Answer: Fear of Dentistry I would like to validate your concerns. Most patients are apprehensive about dental treatment, so do not feel alone. Yes, selecting the necessary sedation protocol is key to treating you. Once this has been explained and established, and you are in agreement with your care provider all anxiety will sudside, due to your trust in him/her. In advanced treatment or cases of the all on 4, it may require hospitalization. However, if you are dealing with a deep fear of dentistry you may require hospitalization or IV sedation.
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October 9, 2018
Answer: Fear of Dentistry I would like to validate your concerns. Most patients are apprehensive about dental treatment, so do not feel alone. Yes, selecting the necessary sedation protocol is key to treating you. Once this has been explained and established, and you are in agreement with your care provider all anxiety will sudside, due to your trust in him/her. In advanced treatment or cases of the all on 4, it may require hospitalization. However, if you are dealing with a deep fear of dentistry you may require hospitalization or IV sedation.
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