Patient Information - Anesthetic

Anesthetic Options

The type of anesthesia recommended depends on the procedure being preformed, the length of the procedure; and the age, the overall health and the anxiety level of the patient. This determination is made with the patient at the consultation appointment. The level of anxiety will help to determine the type of anesthesia used. Local (novocaine) anesthesia alone works well for many procedures. Some types of surgery are more involved and patients need more than local anesthesia. We are well trained and equipped to administer anesthesia. Options include laughing gas (nitrous oxide),light intra-venous sedation and office general anesthesia. Prior to any treatment, we will discuss the alternatives with you.

Preoperative Instructions for Patients Undergoing Intravenous Sedation or General Anesthesia

1. You may not have anything to eat or drink (including water) for eight (8) hours prior to the appointment.
2. A responsible adult must accompany the patient to the office, remain in the office during the procedure, and be able to drive the patient home.
3. The patient should not drive a vehicle or operate any machinery for 24 hours following the anesthesia experience.
4. Please wear loose fitting clothing with sleeves which can be rolled up past the elbow, and low-heeled shoes. Contact lenses, jewelry (earrings, nose and tongue piercing), and dentures must be removed at the time of surgery.
5. Nail polish must be removed from one finger on the left hand if general anesthesia is to be administered.

Ambulatory anesthesia has allowed the oral and maxillofacial surgeon to perform many procedures in the office without the need for a hospitalization. This modality allows the patient to be extremely comfortable during their surgical procedures. Connecticut, as do most states, have strict guidelines regarding the administration of anesthesia in the office. We follow the guidelines set forth by the state. By doing so, our office is inspected regularly, we maintain a license and emergency supplies, the staff is certified in CPR, and Dr. McNeish is certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support.

Anesthesia Consent

Prior to any treatment it is important that you are well informed. This includes having the anesthetic options, benefits and risks explained to your satisfaction.
To view the consent form we will review at your consultation visit click here.

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