Using Inhalation Sedation for Oral Surgery

Abstract

With increasing waiting lists across the UK for oral surgery under general anaesthesia (GA), inhalation sedation (IS) may provide the answer for patients to be treated more quickly. The authors believe it is an underused technique for the management of anxious and medically compromised patients requiring oral surgery. This article demonstrates, with patient examples, how IS can be used effectively. CPD/Clinical Relevance: This article is relevant to general dental practitioners, oral surgeons and those working in sedation services.