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Kyle J Kramer1, Jason W Brady2
1Department of Oral Surgery and Hospital Dentistry, Indiana University School of Dentistry, 550 North University Boulevard, Room UH3143, Indianapolis, IN 46202, USA.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinics of North America
|April 7, 2018
Summary
Oral and maxillofacial surgeons utilize various anesthetic agents like diazepam, propofol, and nitrous oxide for safe office-based anesthesia. Understanding each agent
Area of Science:
- Anesthesiology
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Background:
- Office-based anesthesia requires careful selection of agents.
- A comprehensive understanding of anesthetic agents is crucial for safety and efficiency.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review commonly used anesthetic agents for office-based oral and maxillofacial surgery.
- To emphasize the importance of individualized anesthetic planning.
Main Methods:
- Review of commonly utilized anesthetic agents in oral and maxillofacial surgery.
- Discussion of agents administered individually or in combination.
Main Results:
- Commonly used agents include diazepam, midazolam, propofol, ketamine, fentanyl, remifentanil, dexmedetomidine, nitrous oxide, and sevoflurane.
- These agents offer flexibility in anesthetic planning.
Conclusions:
- An individualized anesthetic plan balances patient history and surgical needs.
- Safe and efficient office-based anesthesia is achievable with appropriate agent selection and understanding.
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