General anesthesia for dental treatment is considered safe under medical supervision. There are risks, in particular, for patients with certain pre-existing conditions. Therefore, a thorough medical history is carried out before anesthesia to minimize potential hazards. In addition, the anesthesia is supervised by an anesthetist. However, it is important to be aware of potential side effects and recovery time after treatment.

The duration of a dental operation under general anesthesia depends on the extent of the treatment. Minor procedures such as tooth extractions can usually take between 30 minutes and an hour. More complex operations, such as the placement of implants or extensive maxillofacial surgery up to complete tooth restoration, can take several hours. However, before surgery, your dentist will definitely discuss the specific process and expected duration with you in detail based on your case.

General anesthesia in dentistry is usually used for complex or painful procedures that require the patient to be completely immobilized and put into a sleep-like state. This may be necessary for extensive dental surgery, the treatment of anxiety patients, or for patients with special medical needs. It is also used when local anesthesia is not sufficient or the procedure takes a very long time.

Not all tooth removal is performed under general anesthesia. In most cases, extracting a tooth is done under local anesthesia, which makes the area around the tooth painless. General anesthesia is usually only used in special cases, such as when the patient is particularly anxious, extensive tooth removal is necessary or extensive surgery is performed. The dentist will decide together with you whether general anesthesia is appropriate, depending on the type of procedure and your general health status.

Yes, it is possible to have teeth - and therefore wisdom teeth - extracted under general anesthesia, but this is usually only used in special cases. General anesthesia is primarily used when the procedure is extensive or particularly difficult, such as when there are several teeth or complicated extractions.

General anesthesia can also be useful for very anxious patients or those diagnosed with severe dental anxiety. However, in most cases, tooth extraction is done under local anesthesia. The dentist will decide together with you whether general anesthesia is necessary and appropriate, based on your health condition and the type of procedure.

During wisdom tooth surgery under general anesthesia, ventilation is usually carried out via a special ventilation tube that is inserted into the windpipe. This happens after the introduction of anesthesia, when the patient is already deep asleep. The tube is connected to a ventilator, which ensures that the patient is adequately supplied with oxygen throughout the procedure.

With general anesthesia, the patient's breathing must be controlled as natural breathing is suppressed. Anaesthesiologists constantly monitor vital signs and ensure that ventilation and oxygen levels in the blood remain stable. As soon as the operation is complete and the anesthesia slowly subsides, the respiratory tube is removed and the patient is brought back to normal.

General anesthesia during tooth extraction is usually safe when performed by an experienced anesthetist. A thorough examination is also carried out before the procedure to rule out possible risks. Monitoring during anesthesia also minimizes risks. The treatment is also carried out in a controlled environment, which further increases safety.

However, it is important to consider individual health factors, as pre-existing conditions or other health problems may increase the risk.

Before dental surgery, you should not eat or drink at least 6 hours before general anesthesia or sedation to reduce the risk of complications. Discuss any medications you are taking with your dentist and avoid alcohol at least 24 hours before the procedure. Wear comfortable clothing and be sure to bring someone with you who can bring you home safely after treatment.

In the case of anxious patients, statutory health insurance at the dentist usually does not cover additional dental treatments such as laughing gas, hypnosis or twilight sleep, unless there is a medical need.

For general anesthesia, reimbursement is more likely to be granted in cases of diagnosed dental anxiety, in particular if this is supported by a certificate from a psychologist or psychiatrist. However, this only applies to treatments that fall under the standard health insurance benefits, such as tooth extractions or simple tooth decay repairs.

Dental services that go beyond these standard treatments, such as dentures or aesthetic procedures, are also not covered by anesthesia.