Hi.

I think I have a small wisdom tooth. Upper left at the far back. I booked an appointment with the dentist to confirm soon

Is it safe for the oral surgeon to put me asleep while removing the wisdom tooth assuming I have no health issue ? What's the safest method?

I'm hesitant for them to put me asleep because I read many bad stories such as:
- can't wake up and die
- go in coma and never wake up
- no oxygen to the brain or something
- heart stop during the procedure

At the same time, I can't deal with pain during the procedure.

Thanks in advance

Hi fistula_help,

Sedation used in the dental office is very different than sedation used in the OR in the hospital. This sedation is referred to as a twilight light sedation and the recovery time is quick.

Speak to your oral surgeon about it and he will reassure you.

Bryanna

Thanks for the advice.