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Can you please tell me if i will be asleep while having oral surgery on my teeth?

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Dr. Abraham Jaskiel answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Oral surgery: Not necessarily. You may opt for it at an oral surgeon or get just local anesthesia. Its your choice usually.

Answered 12/10/2013

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Dr. Don Millner answered

Specializes in Dentistry - Cosmetic

Not necessarily! : Most dental procedures are in reality "surgical" and are done without being "put to sleep" with general, twilight or oral sedation. Root canals, gum treatments, extractions and fillings all are successfully performed under locally injected anesthetic with less risk to the health of the patient and at less expense. Exceptions: severe patient anxiety and/or need for immobilization.

Answered 6/18/2020

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Dr. David May answered

If you want to: Most dental surgeries can be done with local anesthetic. Many people would rather not be awake for these surgeries and ask to be sedated. Many oral surgeons prefer to perform these surgeries under sedation. Ask your surgeon the pros and cons of sedation.

Answered 10/18/2013

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Dr. John Thaler answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Optional: You need to discuss your options with your oral surgeon. Many people opt for conscious sedation or general anesthesia. Sedation is safer and all most people need. Some few opt for just local anesthesia and are fully awake. The choice is yours if you are medically cleared for sedation. Best of luck.

Answered 6/24/2014

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