Sedation & anesthesia — comfortable, controlled, in-office
From light relaxation to full general anesthesia, Dr. Antipov tailors sedation to your procedure and your comfort level — performed in-office under a California General Anesthesia Permit.
What sedation options are available for oral surgery?
Dr. Antipov offers a full range of sedation so that any procedure — from a single extraction to full-arch implant surgery — can be done comfortably. Options include oral sedation (a pill that helps you relax), nitrous oxide (laughing gas), and IV sedation up to general anesthesia, where you sleep through the procedure entirely.
All sedation is provided in-office under Dr. Antipov's California General Anesthesia Permit, which means your surgery and your anesthesia are managed by one experienced surgical team in a single, monitored setting.
Levels of sedation
Oral sedation
A prescribed medication taken before your appointment to ease anxiety and help you feel calm and drowsy while remaining responsive.
Nitrous oxide
Laughing gas inhaled through a small mask for gentle, fast-acting relaxation that wears off quickly after the procedure.
IV sedation
Medication delivered intravenously for a deeper, carefully titrated level of sedation — many patients have little or no memory of the procedure.
General anesthesia
For the most involved surgeries, full general anesthesia lets you sleep through the entire procedure, monitored throughout by the surgical team.
Who benefits most
Anxious or fearful patients
Dental fear is common and treatable. Sedation makes it possible to get necessary care comfortably and without dread.
Complex or longer procedures
Impacted teeth, full-arch implants, and corrective jaw surgery are easier on patients with appropriate sedation.
Strong gag reflex or difficulty getting numb
Sedation helps patients who struggle with traditional in-chair treatment tolerate care comfortably.
Frequently asked questions
Is in-office sedation safe?
Sedation is very safe when administered and monitored by a properly credentialed surgeon. Dr. Antipov holds a California General Anesthesia Permit and has more than 25 years of experience providing in-office sedation and anesthesia for oral surgery.
Will I be completely asleep?
That depends on the option you choose. Oral sedation and nitrous oxide keep you relaxed but awake; IV sedation and general anesthesia range from a deep, dreamlike state to full sleep through the procedure. Dr. Antipov recommends the right level for your treatment and comfort.
Can I drive myself home afterward?
If you have IV sedation or general anesthesia, you will need a responsible adult to drive you home and stay with you. After nitrous oxide alone, most patients recover quickly and can resume normal activity.
How should I prepare for sedation?
You will receive specific instructions before your appointment, which usually include fasting for a set period beforehand and arranging a ride home for deeper sedation. Tell Dr. Antipov about all medications and health conditions so your plan is tailored to you.
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