Do any dentists still knock you out for procedures?

I have Delta dental. The dentists that I've asked said it is not something they do. I have extreme gag reflexes and dental sensitivity. After having done both, I would rather be hit in the face with a baseball bat then have a dental dam inserted in my mouth... It really is that bad for me. I'm willing to pay, I know that my coverage won't take care of this. I just want to know if there is any use in continuing to try to find a dentist to do this.

Do any dentists still knock you out for procedures?
Ask your dentist for a prescription for "Ativan".


You will have to have someone drive you to and from the dentist, but its worth it.


I have bad gag reflexes also, and it works great.


3 hrs goes by in what feels like 10 minutes.
Reply:Only the horney one's!
Reply:For most MAJOR oral surgery, the dentist is required by LAW to render you unconscious before operating.
Reply:There are many dentists out there who practice sedation during procedures, it's just going to be a matter of finding one. Do a google search of dentists in your area and then just call around to find out. There should be one, it's a common thing now, so many people are terrified of the dentist. Hope this helps. :-)
Reply:yes, many dentists still use these procedures. usually it's only for when you are having major mouth surgery like removing your wisdom teeth, but i've heard other dentists who offer this type of service for people exactly like you.


if it is really hard for you to go to the dentist..i'd keep looking.
Reply:Good luck finding a dentist that will knock you out for that procedure they dont like doing it because it can be risky especially for something like that. This isnt going to require any stitches or cutting into tissue.
Reply:Go to an oral surgeon. At the office I work at if you want to be put to sleep we'll put you to sleep if you're willing to pay and don't have underlying health conditions.
Reply:its called sleep dentistry you might want to look into that. Some dentists do it. Insurance might not cover it though since IV's(knock out meds) run up in the 1000 dollar range