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If you have spontaneous head, neck or jaw jerks, will you need general anesthesia for dental cleanings?

5 doctors weighed in across 4 answers

No: You need a dentist who is gentle and takes his time. Muscle relaxants or benzodiazepens may help.

Answered 6/1/2012

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Not required: In adults general anesthesia is not required for dental cleaning, only in children mentally challenged persons it is required.

Answered 4/8/2013

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Dr. Scott Frank answered

Specializes in Immediate Implant Placement

Dental cleanings : General anesthesia should not be necessary in your case.

Answered 4/8/2013

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Dr. Richard Pollard answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

Unlikely: Talk to your dentist, but this is not usually indicated. If needed your dentist can get you a sedative.

Answered 4/24/2015

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