No Pain or Anxiety with Sedation

Thoughts of pain and anxiety over potential pain are closely linked with oral treatment in many people’s minds. To be honest, these concerns aren’t unfounded. Without proper attention, procedures to correct oral and maxillofacial problems can produce short-term pain. The responsibility of the care provider is to mitigate as much of it as possible, keeping you comfortable during treatment and beyond. At Campbell Oral Surgery & Dental Implant Center, we take this obligation very seriously. Dr. William Campbell, the leading Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon in the greater Columbus, GA area, is a firm believer in providing appropriate anesthesia as a safe and effective means of minimizing pain and stress for our patients. We offer a range of sedation choices to ensure the best fit for your needs.

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Types of sedation at Campbell Oral Surgery

Dr. Campbell is a member in good standing of the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology and is exceptionally experienced with all forms of anesthesia. His surgical team and clinical staff are well trained in this area to ensure your safety and comfort. The equipment that’s used to administer and monitor your anesthesia is state-of-the-art. The type of sedation that will be used for your procedure will be planned and agreed upon at your consultation appointment. You’ll experience an unparalleled level of care in our capable hands. Let’s take a closer look at your sedation options:

Local Anesthesia:

This is a very safe and simple method of sedation. You are fully awake and aware during treatment. A local anesthetic, typically novocaine or lidocaine, is used to numb the area targeted by the procedure. Local anesthesia is also combined with the other methods of sedation listed here to further ensure your comfort. Local anesthesia is used for basic treatments that produce little post-operative pain.

Nitrous Oxide plus local anesthetic:

Among the general populace, nitrous oxide is better known as laughing gas. It’s a breathable form of anesthesia that’s mixed with oxygen and supplied through a mask attached to a machine that regulates the amount and ratio of gas you receive. You are aware of your surroundings with nitrous oxide sedation but feel extremely relaxed. That makes this form of sedation ideal for patients who are concerned about both pain and treatment anxiety.

General (In-Office) Anesthesia plus local anesthetic:

This is standard surgical anesthesia that’s provided intravenously. The patient sleeps through the procedure with no awareness of their surroundings. For safety, vital signs are monitored closely and supplemental oxygen is provided. General anesthesia is frequently used for removing wisdom teeth and/or placing dental implants. In addition, patients can request it for any treatment they’re nervous about. (Note: Patients with underlying health issues may not be viable candidates for general anesthesia. Suitability is evaluated on a case-by-case basis by Dr. Campbell.)