What is general anesthesia? General anesthesia provides a way of effectively completing dental care while a child is unconscious.
Who should receive general anesthesia? Children with severe anxiety and/or the inability to relax are candidates for general anesthesia. Usually these children are young or have compromised health issues and helping them control their anxiety is not possible using other methods. Is general anesthesia safe? YES! In addition, to ensure the best possible care of your child, Dr. Elliott and Dr. Molina requests that all of their general anesthesia cases be covered by a pediatric anesthesiologist. They are responsible for delivering the general anesthesia, monitoring and medical care of the child. Many precautions are taken to provide safety for the child during general anesthesia care. Patients are monitored closely during the general anesthesia procedure by anesthesia personnel who are trained to manage complications. Dr. Elliott or Dr. Molina will discuss the benefits and risks involved with general anesthesia and why it is recommended for your child’s treatment.
