Introduction

Anesthesia is a vital part of the surgical procedure to allow the patient to relax and obtain a positive experience during oral and maxillofacial surgery. Many of the surgical procedures can not be completed without the appropriate anesthetic.

There are a wide variety of methods to achieve anesthesia during oral and maxillofacial surgery.

These methods are discussed in the Anesthesia Options section of this web site. The preparation of the patient to receive the anesthetic is critical for the doctor to provide the safety and predictability of the administration of the anesthesia.

*** It is extremely important for the patient to follow the guidelines listed below or that were discussed during your consultation appointment. Any variation in these criteria may result in cancellation or rescheduling of the appointment. Please contact our office if you have any questions. ***