Anesthesia & Pain Relief
For your comfort surgery can be performed using a variety of anesthetic and pain relief options.
Dr. Robinson and his team are well trained in administering multiple types of anesthesia. As always patient safety is of the utmost importance.
Local Anesthesia
Local anesthesia is used most commonly for straightforward surgical procedures where the patient experiences little anxiety. The medication is administered in the area where surgery is to be performed. Local anesthesia is almost always used in combination with any of the sedation options.
Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas)
Nitrous oxide is a non-irritating colorless gas which is inhaled through a nasal mask. Patients are able to breath on their own while experiencing the euphoric effects of the medication. Depth of sedation can be altered at any time and the effects of nitrous oxide wear off after breathing oxygen for about 5 minutes.
Oral Sedation
Oral (conscious) sedation is also utilized at The District Center for Oral, Facial & Implant Surgery.
Patients are given the oral form of an anti-anxiety or sedative medication about 30-60 minutes prior to surgery. Anyone having this form of anesthesia should be accompanied by an escort who will take them home.
IV Sedation/ General Anesthesia
Oral & maxillofacial surgeons undergo extensive training in order to administer IV sedation/general anesthesia. This anesthesia model is safe, convenient and cost effective. Patients fall asleep and are unaware of the procedure being performed. When having surgery at The District Center your vital signs will be constantly monitored by Dr. Robinson and the anesthesia assistant team. Patient cannot have anything to eat or drink for at least 6 hours prior to surgery and they must be accompanied by an escort who will take them home.