Safety begins here
Your journey begins with a thorough medical history to help your doctor understand important information that will guide you or your loved one’s care. We will take the necessary precautions to help keep you safe based on the information you provide.
The questions we ask you help us identify safe options for your care. The questions you ask us help us tailor your care to your needs. We’re here to learn more about you, answer your questions, and help you feel comfortable every step of the way.
If you are scheduled for anesthesia care with a Grove Hill Anesthesia doctor, below are answers to some of the questions you may have. We hope these answers help you feel informed and prepared throughout your care.
Answers for Your Journey
It is very important to follow your pre-anesthesia instructions regarding when to stop eating and drinking. We will provide specific instructions before your appointment. You may resume eating and drinking once you are safely at home
Your doctor or anesthesia provider will let you know which medications you should take or stop before anesthesia. Please follow their instructions and let us know about any medications, vitamins, supplements, or other products you use, as well as smoking or vaping.
Yes. Your anesthesiologist will be with you throughout your procedure, continuously monitoring you and managing your anesthesia from beginning to end.
Some people dream during anesthesia, while others don’t. If you do, you may not remember it afterward.
Your dentist or surgeon will determine whether you need any medications after your appointment and provide prescriptions if needed.
Some children—and occasionally adults—can become quite upset, confused, or agitated when waking from anesthesia. This temporary reaction is known as Emergence Delirium and usually settles once they become fully awake.
A parent or Legally Authorized Representative (LAR) must accompany your child to their anesthesia appointment and be available throughout their care.
We kindly ask that you wait in the waiting room during the appointment so we can focus on your child’s care. The dental team can keep you updated on any changes in treatment, and we can come get you when your child is ready to go home.
Anesthesia is routinely provided to children as needed. Your anesthesia provider will review your child’s medical history to develop an appropriate anesthesia plan and carefully monitor them throughout their care.
We recommend that all patients wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. Please avoid onesies, hoodies, or clothing that may be difficult to remove, as your child will need to change before anesthesia.
It depends on the type of anesthesia. With general anesthesia, you will be sound asleep. With sedation, you will be drowsy and may or may not remember parts of the procedure afterward.
Your secrets are safe with us! Saying something you don’t remember afterward can happen, but it’s uncommon. When it does, most people have difficulty forming complete thoughts.
You will need an accompanying adult to take you to and from your appointment. After anesthesia, plan to stay home and avoid driving or other activities that require your full attention. Most people can return to normal activities the following day.
GLP-1 and similar medications can slow stomach emptying, which may affect anesthesia safety. Please let us know if you take one of these medications so we can consider it when planning your anesthesia and provide any specific instructions you may need.
Some people may experience nausea or an upset stomach after anesthesia, but it is uncommon. Please let your anesthesia provider know if you have experienced this before so we can consider additional medication if needed.