If you are having a complicated dental treatment, or if you suffer from very severe dental anxiety, we may suggest using general anesthesia during your appointment with our dentist. Under general anesthesia, you will be put to sleep for your treatment. The general anesthetic will be administered through an intravenous injection or via inhalation and may be used in combination with a local anesthetic so that you will remain comfortable after your treatment is complete. Our team will monitor you throughout your treatment to ensure your safety. We will also talk with you about how to prepare for the use of general anesthetic the day of your visit and will provide you with postoperative care instructions.

Our dentist may suggest a general anesthetic if:

• Your child cannot safely receive treatment or suffers from severe dental anxiety
• You are scheduled for one or multiple complicated treatments in one visit
• Your treatment may be difficult to provide while you are conscious
• We are seeing a patient with special needs who may have a problem cooperating with the dentist

If you would like to see if general anesthesia would be right for your next appointment, call our office and talk with a member of our team.