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Could a dentist put you to sleep?
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Yes: Some patients desire to be asleep while under dental treatment procedures . A dentist could sedate them using oral medications or sweet gas or even i.V sedation if he licesened to do so. Some times arrangement is made for anesthesiologist to come to the office and perform it.
Answered 6/9/2015
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Many Can: Many dentists are trained and certified in sedation dentistry. This can be as simple as taking a pill to relax you, perhaps inhaling some "laughing gas," or an IV to put into what's called a "twilight" state. However, not all dentists offer this service. Each state has its own regulations and requirements regarding sedation. It's an extra cost, but for many patients it's absolutely what they need.
Answered 6/12/2017
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