When it comes to surgeries, dental anaesthesia is simply part of the routine.
It is administered in various ways to serve different purposes, but mainly to be able to carry out the procedure smoothly without pain.
Local anaesthetic is used in dentistry to numb a specific area of the mouth, ensuring a more comfortable procedure. It may be administered for a variety of dental treatments, including:
General anaesthetic is required in major operations to bring the entire body into anaesthesia and is only carried out in hospitals.
On the other hand, local anaesthesia may be used in smaller surgeries such as dental procedures, where the anaesthetic is injected into the surgical site.
Prior to your surgery, your dentist should advise as to whether anaesthetic is required. If it is necessary, some instances may prohibit you from consuming food and liquids a few hours before surgery.
If you are on any medication, it is also important to inform your surgeon accordingly. Medications that contain blood thinning agents (e.g. aspirin, warfarin) should be highlighted.
Our surgeons at i.Dental are certified and experienced and therefore, able to administer anaesthetic safely and effectively to facilitate a smooth procedure. We also engage an anaesthetist to administer the IV sedation.
We aim to bring in equipment that will ensure the efficiency of the treatment while assuring your comfort.
In order to perform dental surgeries safely and successfully, anaesthetic is necessary. It numbs the nerves of the patient’s mouth to ensure that the procedure is painless.
1 – 3 hours.
During this period, keep in mind that you should not chew on the numb side until the anaesthetic wears off. Also, be careful not to injure yourself in the numb area.
For minor surgeries like dental procedures, local anaesthesia is considered to be very safe.
Temporary effects may include
Having said that, a study quoted by the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons found that only 6% out of 34,000 patients who were administered anaesthetic had minor side effects. Only a small percentage of patients experienced prolonged or permanent numbness.
Therefore, anaesthetic is generally considered safe.
