{"id":745,"date":"2016-07-15T07:02:46","date_gmt":"2016-07-15T12:02:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.pineypointoms.com\/blog\/?p=745"},"modified":"2016-08-26T16:12:57","modified_gmt":"2016-08-26T21:12:57","slug":"anesthesia-for-your-oral-surgery-in-houston","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pineypointoms.com\/blog\/anesthesia-for-your-oral-surgery-in-houston\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Anesthesia Option Is Right for You?"},"content":{"rendered":"\"\"So you\u2019re preparing for oral surgery in Houston — now how do you determine which option in anesthesia is right for you<\/a>? The answer depends on your age, your level of health and anxiety on the day of your appointment, and, of course, the procedure being performed. Take some time to read about your options in sedation dentistry and you will be more prepared to discuss your options with your oral surgeon in Houston.\r\n\r\n\r\n

Sedation Dentistry Options Available for Oral Surgery<\/h2>\r\nNo matter what the procedure is you are undergoing, you will be eligible for a range of anesthetic options at Piney Point Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery. First, there\u2019s local anesthesia<\/b>, which numbs the treatment area. It\u2019s injected into the gum to remove sensations in the tooth and its root. Local anesthesia may be combined with intravenous anesthesia<\/b> or sedation, which helps you achieve a calm, relaxed state for your procedure. You may doze off throughout the treatment, but you are still conscious — just totally removed from the sights, smells, and sounds that are going on around you. General anesthesia is reserved for healthy patients undergoing long, complex procedures, or whose anxiety or physical limitations inhibit their ability to comfortably undergo dental work. General anesthesia is administered through a vein in the arm.\r\n\r\nNo matter what sedation option you choose, you can feel confident knowing the Piney Point team is closely monitoring your vital signs throughout your time under anesthesia to ensure your complete safety. Once your procedure is complete, you will have plenty of time to come out of your sedative state in one of our comfortable patient recovery rooms.\r\n\r\n

Which Sedation Option Is Right for You?<\/h2>\r\nYou and your Piney Point oral surgeon will thoroughly discuss your sedation options to reach the decision that is best for you. Considerations include the level of anxiety or fear you experience related to your upcoming procedure, the length of the treatment being performed, and the potential for discomfort with your specific treatment. Prepare a list of questions for your oral surgeon to ensure you are fully informed regarding your anesthesia choice.\r\n\r\nSome questions you may have regarding your sedation include:\r\n\r\n