Is it more expensive to be put under during wisdom teeth extraction?

Yes: It is not necessary to be put to sleep for a wisdom tooth extraction. There is no pain, just a feeling that something is being done to you, painlessly. It is harder for the dentist to both put you to sleep and take out your tooth than just to do the extraction only. Do not complicate the dentist's attention by requesting to be put to sleep. Do not incur the added expense of general anesthesia.

Yes: Iv anesthesia is a very popular option for my patients getting wisdom teeth removed. Over 90% of wisdom teeth have IV anesthesia (sedation or general). The procedure is much more pleasant using this approach. There is an additional for the IV anesthesia option.

Yes: Having wisdom teeth removed under IV sedation or general anesthesia is more expensive than having it performed under local anesthesia. The additional expense is related to the medications and supplies required to administer and monitor your safety during your surgery under sedation.