Anesthetic considerations for the oral surgery patient with hemophilia

Hemophiliac patients undergoing oral surgical procedures can be a challenge for both dental and medical personnel involved in their care and treatment. Anesthetic management of hemophiliac patients may be safely attained by various pain control techniques including local anesthesia. Possible complications resulting from administration of anesthesia must be kept in mind at all times. Preparation, caution, and gentleness are necessities for administration of safe and effective anesthesia to the hemophiliac patient.