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Specializes in LTC, Subacute Rehab.

Not seeking medical advice, honestly :cool: I have to have my wisdom teeth removed in a couple of weeks, which requires IV sedation (at least at this dental practice). This is really not something I have any personal experience with and I'm nervous as hell! Any words of comfort or reassurance are welcome.

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Specializes in Medical Surgical Orthopedic.

I enjoyed having mine removed because of the "twilight" sedation. But I was a little horrified when I came around and realized I had been playfully calling my doctor "*****" the whole time.

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It's the only way to go!

Best wishes, have some cold packs ready in your freezer, try to stay upright - in a recliner is the best.

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Specializes in wound care.

dont worry about it u wont remember going down , and then all of a sudden , your awake no prob, but some people body's react differently to the anesthesia and can be sick for a couple days

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Specializes in PACU.

I remember 2 things only from that day.

Using sign language for the word 'more' when they took out my IV. I couldn't open my eyes, but I knew I wanted the good stuff to last longer. :smokin:

Vaguely remember my husband getting out of the car to go into the drugstore on our way home for my scripts. I stayed sleeping in the car.

That's it. Great day. :p

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Specializes in Psych ICU, addictions.
I enjoyed having mine removed because of the "twilight" sedation. But I was a little horrified when I came around and realized I had been playfully calling my doctor "*****" the whole time.

I agree--twilight sedation made any of my major dental experiences bearable. I hate the way the medications make me feel loopy before and after (can't remember the during ;) ) but it's worth it. Since you're having IV sedation, it'll probably be a similar experience. Don't stress: everything sounds like it should be fine with minimal pain/distress during the procedure, but remember to have someone there to drop you off and pick you up since you will be in no condition to drive!

But remember that if you do have any major concerns about it, be sure to ask your dentist before the procedure since he/she really is the best person to answer your questions and not us :)

Best of luck!

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The sedation is actually quite pleasant. It's like sleeping soundly. I was unhappy when they woke me up and wanted me to get out of the chair, I wanted to continue sleeping like that. They give you a prescription pain meds for the few days afterwards, so no need to be nervous about being in pain.

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Specializes in Case mgmt., rehab, (CRRN), LTC & psych.

I had all 4 wisdom teeth extracted back in 2000 when I was one month shy of turning 19 years old. The oral surgeon who performed the extraction did not require IV sedation, so they injected my nerve(s) with a local anesthetic, waited until my gums were profoundly numb, then started pulling my teeth.

The experience was unremarkable and has mostly faded from my memories. I was even able to go to work the next day. The pain afterward was easily controlled with narcotic analgesics. Shortly after your procedure, this will all be water under the bridge. Good luck to you!

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Specializes in Hospice / Psych / RNAC.

Many moons ago I was sitting in the dentist chair all set up and ready to have my molar teeth taken out and the dentist said to me "OK, we're going to begin" ... then the dental assistant lightly touched my shoulder and said "It's over now" ... I looked straight at her and laughed, I thought she was joking.

It was the strangest experience because I don't remember even starting to go out. I came to rather quickly and just felt a little embarrassed that I somehow missed the whole thing. Good luck to you, you'll do just fine. ;)

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When I went in for mine, I was initially disturbed because I saw what I believe to be the 1956 prototype of the Ambu bag. Then I decided that this was good, since the doc must have never had to use/replace it. Propofol was magnificent for me and I had no mouth pain at all post-op.

(P.S. If you have the option to stand up too fast while running to answer the phone the next day, skip that one. It ends badly, with syncope, a concussion and a scalp lac requiring staples. Otherwise, this experience is nothing to worry about. Promise.)

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I had a procedure recently which required sedation. I must say it was the best sleep I have had in a long time.:yawn:

All joking aside, I would definitely address my concerns with my dentist if I were you. Since they perform these procedures regularly, they are prepared to assist you with your concerns.

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Had it done years ago with local anesthetic, did fine with pain med and sleep after.

Does propofol cause one to say embarrassing things that one doesn't even know were said?

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