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Anesthesia

Anesthesia Edmonton

Navigating Anesthesia for Optimal Dental Experience

While local anesthetics effectively manage pain for numerous dental patients, certain situations warrant the implementation of sedation or general anesthesia. This approach guarantees safe, proficient, and proficient delivery of dental procedures.

Individualized Consideration for Sedation or General Anesthesia

Decisions regarding sedation or general anesthesia are tailor-made, with each case undergoing meticulous evaluation. This approach is often recommended for patients who:

Experience intense anxiety due to fear or a low pain tolerance, helping to alleviate dental phobias and anxieties;
Have an allergy to local anesthesia or experience insufficient pain control with local anesthetics;
Require intricate or invasive dental procedures that may be more efficient and effective with sedation;
Encounter an exaggerated gag reflex or have difficulty maintaining an open mouth position;
Struggle to remain still during dental treatment due to mental or physical disabilities;
Possess unique medical needs or health complications.

Anesthesia decisions are meticulously determined through a comprehensive assessment and thorough consultation with your dentist. For more insights into the utilization of sedation and general anesthesia in pediatric dental care, feel free to explore further.

Connect with Westend Dental Clinic for Comprehensive Care

Schedule an appointment with Dr. Alexandra Bendic at Westend Dental Clinic, conveniently located at 17303 Stony Plain Rd in Edmonton, AB. Uncover personalized approaches to anesthesia, ensuring your dental experience is optimized.

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