Anesthesia
Ensuring Patient Comfort with Dental Anesthesia
Any type of oral surgery requires some form of dental anesthesia. At the Arizona Center for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in Tucson, our team of caring professionals prioritizes patient comfort, and we offer a range of dental anesthesia options. Our oral surgeon, Dr. Charles Loschiavo, has received training on all types of dental anesthesia. He draws on his years of experience to help guide his decisions about what type of anesthesia will offer the best results for specific procedures and for each individual patient.
Our friendly staff understands that many patients are fearful of dental surgery, often primarily because of concerns about pain. Appropriate anesthesia allows dental surgery to be performed with minimum discomfort. In our office, we strive to provide a comfortable experience for every patient so that no one avoids dental care out of worries about pain.
Our friendly staff understands that many patients are fearful of dental surgery, often primarily because of concerns about pain. Appropriate anesthesia allows dental surgery to be performed with minimum discomfort. In our office, we strive to provide a comfortable experience for every patient so that no one avoids dental care out of worries about pain.
Types of Dental Anesthesia
Local Anesthesia – Injections are given to numb the affected area with local anesthesia. Patients can drive themselves to and from the office. Numbness may last for several hours afterwards.
IV Sedation/General Anesthesia – Most oral surgeries are done under this type of anesthesia. Patients must refrain from eating or drinking for six hours before the procedure, and some patients may have special instructions to follow if they have diabetes or other health conditions. With this type of sedation, a catheter is placed in the vein and anesthesia is delivered directly to the bloodstream. Patients are unconscious during the procedure and must have someone to drive them home after the work is done.
Intubated General Anesthesia – A small number of oral surgeries require intubated general anesthesia, which involves placing a breathing tube in the patient’s throat to maintain respiration during the surgery. These procedures are done at a hospital or surgical care center. Patients may go home the same day, but in some cases, they may have to remain overnight.
Nitrous Oxide Sedation – Also called laughing gas, nitrous oxide assists with patient relaxation prior to injecting local anesthesia.
Don’t Let Fear Prevent You from Getting the Care You Need
When people have heard terrible stories about dental surgery, or, worse, have had a bad experience personally, it can leave a lasting negative impression that frightens them away from receiving care. Dental issues that are left untreated generally grow more serious as time passes, with the end result being a much more invasive and extensive procedure than if the original issue had been addressed when it first surfaced. Dr. Loschiavo and his team understand that many people are afraid of dental surgery, and they never make patients feel ashamed or awkward asking about the anesthesia options that will give them the best results. Patient comfort is important to us, and we encourage people to let us know about any worries that are preventing them from getting needed dental procedures.
Our patient Denise has a history of dental phobia, but she was able to receive treatment from us without anxiety.
“Excellent experience. Everyone in the office is so very caring and compassionate! Dr. L is wonderful, explained everything. I am terribly afraid of ANY dental work and this was a tooth extraction. NO pain—the worst was the minor pinch of the shot. Thank you for taking such good care of me.”
Contact Us for More Information on Dental Anesthesia
Any type of oral surgery requires some form of dental anesthesia. At the Arizona Center for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in Tucson, our team of caring professionals prioritizes patient comfort, and we offer a range of dental anesthesia options. Our oral surgeon, Dr. Charles Loschiavo, has received training on all types of dental anesthesia. He draws on his years of experience to help guide his decisions about what type of anesthesia will offer the best results for specific procedures and for each individual patient.
Our friendly staff understands that many patients are fearful of dental surgery, often primarily because of concerns about pain. Appropriate anesthesia allows dental surgery to be performed with minimum discomfort. In our office, we strive to provide a comfortable experience for every patient so that no one avoids dental care out of worries about pain.
Our friendly staff understands that many patients are fearful of dental surgery, often primarily because of concerns about pain. Appropriate anesthesia allows dental surgery to be performed with minimum discomfort. In our office, we strive to provide a comfortable experience for every patient so that no one avoids dental care out of worries about pain.
