What should I look for while choosing an anesthesiologist?

In choosing your provider for anesthesia you have most likely encountered numerous dental clinics that provide “sleep” dentistry. However, most often these clinics do not use an anesthesiologist, instead administering nitrous oxide and/or oral medication to help you relax. These medications do not induce sleep. 

Technically “sleep” dentistry refers to a deep sedation or general anesthesia provided by board certified anesthesiologists. These forms of anesthesia allow the patient to sleep during the procedure and result in a safer, more comfortable and productive appointment. 

As with any medical professional, when choosing your sedation dentist it is important to check their qualifications and credentials. Qualifications vary from a weekend certification in oral conscious sedation to an anesthesia residency program requiring years of dedicated training leading to a general anesthesia permit. As expected, the knowledge and experience of a dentist anesthesiologist are unparalleled within the field of dentistry.

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