Anesthesia

Anesthesia Options

Our team wants your treatment to be as comfortable and pain free as possible. We offer a variety of sedation options to our patients to ensure comfort and peace of mind. At your consultation appointment, Dr. Nishimoto will discuss with you the various sedation options and help develop a treatment plan that addresses your personal needs and goals.

Types of Anesthesia

We offer several types of anesthesia and sedation, including:

Local Anesthesia
This type of anesthetic is injected directly into the site to numb the area. Local anesthesia can be used with other types of sedation, such as laughing gas.

Nitrous Oxide
Patients who would like to feel more relaxed during their procedure but still want to remain conscious can opt for nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas. It is used in conjunction with local anesthesia.

Intravenous (IV) Sedation
IV sedation allows the patient to enter a sleep-like state throughout the procedure. IV sedation is a common anesthetic option for patients undergoing procedures such as wisdom teeth removal, dental implant placement, and more.

Oral and Maxillofacial surgeons receive years of extensive training after dental school and medical school to be able to perform the full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery, including the administration of anesthesia. To request a consultation and learn more about our anesthesia services, please request an appointment now. We look forward to caring for you.