PROVIDING PAINLESS ORAL SURGERY PROCEDURES FOR PATIENTS IN LAS VEGAS

ANESTHESIA

What if dental procedures cause me anxiety?

At Red Rock Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Centre in Las Vegas, we understand that it's human nature to avoid dental procedures. We just don't like pain, and the idea of dental procedures can cause a great deal of anxiety. So we hold out as long as we can even though our inner voice is telling us just the opposite. The good news? You don't have to anymore.

The good news is that whether your procedure requires local or intravenous anesthesia, Dr. Degan utilizes the latest technology and makes it possible to perform complex surgery with little or no discomfort for the patient. Knowing this should start to reduce your level of anxiety.

Is anesthesia for oral surgery safe and effective?

The ability to provide patients with safe, effective outpatient anesthesia has distinguished the specialty of oral and maxillofacial surgery since its earliest days.

As a result of extensive training, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons are well-prepared to identify, diagnose and assess the source of pain and anxiety within the scope of their discipline, and to appropriately administer local anesthesia, all forms of sedation and general anesthesia. Further, they are experienced in airway management, endotracheal intubation, establishing and maintaining intravenous lines, and managing complications and emergencies that may arise during the administration of anesthesia.

The administration of anesthesia in the oral and maxillofacial surgery office has an enviable safety record. Insurance statistics indicate the frequency of office-related mortality and morbidity is one¹ incident in 705,000 anesthetics administered over a 16-year period.

What can I expect during my surgical procedure?

At Red Rock Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Centre in Las Vegas, our goal is to put every patient at ease. The best way to reduce anxiety is to make certain you know what to expect during and after surgery. As with most anxiety-producing situations, the more you know, the less you have to be anxious about. Prior to surgery, your Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon will review with you the type of anesthetic to be used, as well as the way you’re likely to feel during and after the operation.This is the time to discuss any concerns you may have about any facet of the operation.

During surgery, one or more of the following may be used to control your pain and anxiety: local anesthesia, nitrous oxide-oxygen, intravenous sedation and general anesthesia. Commonly, patients describe their feelings during surgery as comfortable and surprisingly pleasant.

After surgery, you may be prescribed a medication to make you as comfortable as possible when you get home.

Click here for more information about Anesthesia from the AAOMS.