Treatment of teeth under anesthesia

The main groups of patients for whom dental treatment under anesthesia is prescribed:

People with severe fear of the dentist (dentophobia) — patients who experience extreme fear of going to the dentist are often unable to cooperate during a dental procedure. In such cases, the treatment of teeth under anesthesia allows you to carry out the procedure without stress and trauma for the patient.

Children with collaboration problems or young children — In the case of very young children or children with communication difficulties who are unable to understand the need for surgery or to cooperate with the dentist, dental treatment under anesthesia allows the treatment to be carried out safely and comfortably.

People with physical or intellectual disabilities — Patients with disabilities that make it difficult to control movements or communicate may require general anesthesia to keep both themselves and their doctor safe. In such cases, the treatment of teeth under anesthesia allows for comprehensive dental treatment in comfortable conditions.

Patients with a large number of procedures to perform — in some cases, when a patient requires multiple dental procedures, treatment under anesthesia allows all procedures to be performed in one visit. This is a convenient solution, especially for people who do not want to return repeatedly for subsequent visits.

People with hypersensitivity to pain — patients who are extremely sensitive to pain may experience discomfort even during treatment with standard local anesthesia. Treatment of teeth under anesthesia makes it possible to completely eliminate pain and discomfort, which can be especially important for difficult procedures.

People with gag reflexes — patients who have a strong gag reflex may find it difficult to undergo dental treatment. In such cases, the treatment of teeth under anesthesia allows you to safely and comfortably carry out the procedure without the risk of this problem.

People requiring complex surgical procedures — in the case of complex dental procedures, such as wisdom tooth extraction, implants or jaw bone reconstructions, anesthesia may be recommended to provide full anesthesia and allow a comfortable course of surgery.

Patients in whom local anesthesia is ineffective — in some people, local anesthesia may not work well enough or there may be problems with its use. In these cases, the treatment of teeth under anesthesia is an effective alternative, allowing complete control of the pain.

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Treatment of teeth under anesthesia, that is, under general anesthesia, is used for people for whom conventional methods of local anesthesia are insufficient or not indicated. However, before deciding on such a procedure, it is necessary to consider contraindications that may prevent it from being performed. The main contraindications for the treatment of teeth under anesthesia are:

• heart and circulatory diseases — people with heart failure, coronary artery disease, cardiac arrhythmias, or other serious cardiac problems may be at risk of complications during anesthesia. General anesthesia can affect blood pressure and heart function.
• Respiratory diseases — patients with asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or other respiratory conditions have an increased risk of breathing complications during anesthesia. General anesthesia affects the work of the lungs and requires controlled breathing.
• neurological disorders — people with neurological conditions, such as epilepsy, multiple sclerosis or Parkinson's disease, may be at higher risk of complications from anesthesia. General anesthesia can affect the nervous system, which in some cases can worsen the patient's condition.
• allergies to drugs used in anesthesia - before proceeding with the procedure, it is necessary to carefully analyze the patient's medical history in order to exclude allergies to drugs used during anesthesia. Allergic reactions can be dangerous and lead to serious complications, such as anaphylactic shock.
• kidney and liver disease — people with kidney or liver failure may have difficulty metabolizing drugs used for anesthesia. In such cases, the time of elimination of the substance from the body increases, which increases the risk of complications.
• pregnancy — the use of general anesthesia in pregnant women is contraindicated unless absolutely necessary. Drugs used during anesthesia can affect the fetus and its development, as well as increase the risk of miscarriage or premature birth.

Treatment of teeth under anesthesia is an effective solution in some cases, but requires a thorough assessment of the patient's health. Before the procedure, it is necessary to undergo a detailed examination and consultation with an anesthesiologist in order to exclude any contraindications and minimize the risk of complications.

The duration of dental treatment under anesthesia depends on several factors, including the scope of the procedure, the condition of the patient's dentition and individual needs. If it is necessary to treat a single tooth, such as filling a cavity or extraction, the procedure under anesthesia may take only slightly longer, about half an hour or an hour longer, since the procedures associated with insertion into anesthesia take extra time. Before starting treatment, the anesthesiologist must carry out preparation for general anesthesia, which usually takes about 15-30 minutes. It may take another 30-60 minutes for the patient to wake up after the procedure and check his health.

Anesthesia affects the body, so it is especially important to be careful in the first hours after the procedure. Here are the most important recommendations after the treatment of teeth under anesthesia:

Rest — after the procedure, the patient may feel sleepy, weak or dizzy, so it is recommended to rest for the rest of the day. Avoid driving, operating machines, or doing activities that require concentration for at least 24 hours.

Avoiding food and drink for the first 2-3 hours — After treatment of teeth under anesthesia, it is recommended to avoid eating and drinking until the patient fully regains consciousness and feeling hungry.

Easy to digest diet — in the first hours after the procedure, it is worth starting with light meals, e.g. yogurts, soups, purée. Avoid hot drinks, heavily spiced foods, and hard foods so as not to irritate the mouth.

Avoid strenuous physical exertion — For the first 24-48 hours, you should avoid strenuous physical exertion, including exercise, lifting heavy objects, or intense sporting activity. This can increase the risk of bleeding or cause dizziness due to the weakening of the body after anesthesia.

Health monitoring — if you experience nausea, vomiting, dizziness, severe headaches, difficulty breathing, or other disturbing symptoms, you should contact your doctor immediately. Such symptoms may be associated with a reaction to drugs used during anesthesia. After the treatment of teeth under anesthesia, the patient should be under the care of another adult for at least 24 hours. This person should observe the patient, especially in the first hours after returning home, in case there is a sudden deterioration in health.

The price of dental treatment under anesthesia depends on many factors, such as the scope of the procedure and its duration. In Apolonia Dental, the basic cost for general anesthesia (anesthesia) is PLN 1900. The price includes the first hour of the procedure, the care of an anesthesiologist and monitoring after the procedure. Each additional hour of treatment under anesthesia costs an additional 600 PLN. The duration of treatment is counted from the moment of the start of anesthesia until the patient wakes up. General anesthesia is especially recommended for extensive surgical procedures, complex treatment performed in one visit, procedures for patients with severe dentophobia and treatment of children requiring a special approach. It is worth remembering that all prices are subject to change depending on the individual case and the final quotation will be presented after consultation.