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Is there any procedure where dentists knock you out completely?

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Dr. Simon Rosenberg answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Depends on dentist: There are dentists who do sedation dentistry. Oral surgeons may use short general anesthesia for extractions and other procedures. Discuss with your dentist for proper referral.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Yes: With the help of an anesthesiologist for full mout rehabilitation cases, cases where patients have. Severe phobia of dental procedures and need some or a lot of work done. It all depends on patient and his or her level of anxiety.

Answered 2/1/2015

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Yes. : You can be put under general anesthesia for about any dental procedure, but that does not mean that it is a good idea. Only your dentist and physician can help you decide of general anesthesia is a good choice for you.

Answered 11/24/2016

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Yes: It is possible for any procedure especially wisdom teeth. However, there are risks with sedation and you are better off being fully awake for most dental work.

Answered 2/1/2015

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Dr. George Ayoub answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

Yes: It is called general anasthesia.

Answered 2/1/2015

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