Is a general anesthetic really not necessary for implant placement?
No. Local anesthetic can completely prevent any pain. When the dentist prepares the implant site in the bone and place the implant in, you will feel vibration and a slight pressure but no pain. For most patients the procedure feels like a normal treatment for caries, which is also conducted under local anesthetic. However, our practice also uses “Laughing-gas” SEDATION with our own doctor present throughout.
