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A Variety of Anesthesia Options


At Mountain State Oral & Facial Surgery, we want every patient to feel safe, comfortable, and informed. Our oral surgeons have undergone extensive training in the administration of anesthesia and will determine the most appropriate method based on your surgal procedure, overall health, and individual preference. In addition to local anesthesia, we offer IV sedation, nitrous oxide sedation, and general anesthesia.

During your procedure, you will care for you in one of our surgical suites equipped with the latest technology and monitoring systems to ensure a comfortable experience.

TYPES


Local


Administered directly into the surgical site, local anesthesia numbs the location and surrounding area. This procedure allows the patient to be completely conscious and aware during the procedure, but they will not experience any pain or discomfort. The patient may eat and drink as normal until the time of the appointment. Local anesthesia may also be used in combination with other sedatives, such as nitrous oxide.

Nitrous oxide (laughing gas)


Nitrous oxide is a common inhaled anesthetic that causes a relaxed feeling. Although the patient is still conscious, they are less aware of their surroundings. Also called laughing gas, nitrous oxide is a preferred anesthetic option for many patients. Because it wears off quickly, nitrous oxide leaves no lingering sedative effects. Patients may not eat or drink anything for 2 hours prior to the scheduled surgery time.

Intravenous (IV) sedation


With IV sedation, we administer a sedative through an intravenous line, usually in the arm. Also known as twilight sedation, IV sedation generally causes the patient to not remember their surgery. Therefore, the patient experiences no pain, discomfort, or anxiety during the procedure. It is a preferred method for wisdom teeth removal procedures.

General


General anesthesia is necessary for many complex surgical cases, such as facial trauma or orthognathic surgery. Patients who experience moderate to severe anxiety before their procedure can also take this. Surgeons usually perform anesthesia in a hospital setting. Patients are completely asleep under general anesthesia and may experience increased drowsiness for 12–24 hours following their procedure.

Exparel Containers photo at Mountain State Oral and Facial Surgery

Non-opioid Exparel


The first and only FDA approved long-acting local analgesic for ages 6 and above. Exparel is indicated for single-dose infiltration in patients aged 6 years and older to produce postsurgical local analgesia.

Optimizing Your Recovery After Surgery:
•  Exparel is a long-lasting non-opioid, numbing medication used to help reduce pain. It is given during your procedure as part of an opioid-minimizing approach to control pain after surgery.

•  Exparel provides pain control for the first few days after surgery, when you need it the most, by numbing the area on your body where your surgery was performed.

•  Exparel can reduce or eliminate the need for opioids after surgery. Opioids may cause sleepiness (sedation), constipation, and nausea and/or vomiting, which can negatively impact your recovery after surgery.

See How Exparel Can Control Pain After Surgery

Your Surgical Experts


Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are the most qualified dental professionals to perform anesthesia in an office setting. They are required to earn the highest level of licensure possible for dental practitioners and complete extensive hands-on surgical training to obtain their credentials. All of our oral and maxillofacial surgeons are fully credentialed and experienced in the administration of anesthesia.

About Us

Ashland Office

2301 Lexington Ave, Suite 120
Ashland, KY 41101

Beckley Office

150 Brookshire Lane
Beckley, WV 25801

Charleston Office

869 Oakwood Rd
Charleston, WV 25314

Huntington Office

3135 16th Street Road, Suite 20
Huntington, WV 25701

Hurricane Office

100 Prestige Park Drive
Hurricane, WV 25526

Kanawha City Office

4307 MacCorkle Ave SE
Charleston, WV 25304

Parkersburg Office

417 Grand Park Drive, Suite 103
Parkersburg, WV 26105

Princeton Office

220 Locust Street
Princeton,WV 24740

Vinton Office

895 E Washington Ave
Vinton, VA 24179


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If you need to undergo surgery, at Mountain State OMS we offer a wide array of sedation options, including intravenous, oral, and nitrous oxide for our patients.
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