Hi, and I sure hope all goes well for you. I was sedated both times No mention of possible problems with sedation. I think they look at your whole medical situation. D you have other medical problems that could possibly put you into danger for sedation? I would not personnally do the proceedure with out it. I had enough trouble when they put a tube up my nose into my throat.
I had no ill effects eithor from the proceedure, or the sleep medication.
I had biopsy and throat dialiation at the same time, and no pain after. I would question your doctor alot since he has a concern, or expressed a negative comment about sedation. If he is not confident, seek another professional who you are quite sure is confident. Just a thought. ginnie