Q. Hi, I have not been to a dentist for about 8 years as I have emetophobia (a phobia of being sick) and used to have anorexia and was worried that any treatment I had would make me sick. My teeth do need a lot of work now, four of them have ‘crumbled’ away due to very poor diet, and the front two teeth overlap. Because of my phobia I would prefer to be put under a general anesthetic and have all the work done at the same time. So my question is; is it possible to have all this done at the same time under a general anesthetic? and also is it possible to fix my two front teeth during that or would I have to have a brace? (I am very reluctant to have one as I am in my mid-20’s and would be very self-concious of a brace). Thanks.
A. General anaesthesis is not available for dentistry unless it is something surgical such as the removal of wisdom teeth in hospital. However you could try sedation, this is a very safe procedure where the patient is conscious but feels very relaxed about the treatment
Dr Andrew Moore
Advance Dental Clinic
104 Moulsham Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 0JG
Web: www.advancedentalclinic.com Tel: 01245 268 494
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