What types of anesthesia are available and what effects do they give?
Anesthesia can be a huge concern for a lot of people who are about to undergo surgery — including plastic surgery. It is probably because people have no choice but to place their lives on others once it has been administered. That is why it is important to openly communicate with the surgeon regarding any fear that is associated with anesthesia so that it can be properly addressed and worries will be eased. Types of Anesthesia: • Local Anesthesia – This is used to prevent pain in a particular area needed for the surgery. Patients stay awake and aware of surroundings after it has been administered. Local anesthesia can come in the form of an ointment, spray, or injection. • Sedation – A type of anesthesia that is deployed through the vein and may be used with other types of anesthesia. There are multiple levels of sedation, one of which has effects as general anesthesia. Generally, patients are awake but sleepy during sedation, and may not recall or sense their surroundings while effect
