Treatment under general anesthesia

Treatment under general anesthesia – without pain, without fear – with a smile

General anesthesia is a controlled and temporary state in which consciousness, pain sensation, and protective reflexes are switched off. It is used for patients who cannot or do not wish to undergo traditional dental treatment due to specific medical or psychological needs. Thanks to the use of general anesthesia, various procedures can be performed without pain or fear. The treatment time is significantly reduced, and the patient’s comfort is greatly increased.

When is it worth considering dental treatment under general anesthesia?

Dentophobia

During general anesthesia, which may last up to several hours, various dental procedures can be performed, such as:

Oral Surgery

Oral Surgery

Implantology

Implantology

Conservative Dentistry

Conservative Dentistry

Endodontic (root canal) Treatment

Endodontic (root canal) Treatment

Prosthetics

Prosthetics

Pediatric Dentistry

Pediatric Dentistry

Two teams are involved in the treatment process under general anesthesia:

1. Dental team

1. Dental team

The dentist and dental assistant, responsible for performing the procedure.

2. Anesthesiology team

2. Anesthesiology team

The anesthesiologist and a qualified anesthesia nurse, responsible for safely inducing anesthesia, monitoring the patient’s condition during the procedure, and awakening the patient afterward.

General anesthesia is carried out with the utmost care to ensure maximum comfort and safety for the patient.

The cost of the procedure depends on the type of treatments performed and the duration of anesthesia. A detailed cost estimate is determined during the qualification visit, based on the initial dental examination and the patient’s individual needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Treatment under general anesthesia means performing dental procedures while the patient is asleep, without feeling pain or stress.

General anesthesia is mainly used for:

  • people with dentophobia (severe fear of dental treatment)

  • children who do not cooperate during procedures

  • patients with disabilities

  • cases requiring long or complex treatment

Yes, procedures under general anesthesia are safe when performed by an experienced anesthesiology team. Every patient undergoes a detailed medical qualification before the procedure.

The patient should:

  • be fasting (usually 6 hours without food and 2 hours without fluids)

  • undergo the recommended tests (e.g., blood count, ECG)

  • inform the doctor about all medications taken and any chronic conditions

After the procedure, the patient remains under observation – usually for a few hours. In most cases, they can return home the same day, but rest is recommended for 24–48 hours.

Under general anesthesia, it is possible to carry out, among others:

  • comprehensive dental hygiene treatment

  • cavity treatment

  • root canal therapy

  • tooth extractions

  • surgical and implantology procedures

In most cases, treatment under general anesthesia in a private clinic is paid. In some situations (e.g., for children with disabilities), reimbursement may be available under the National Health Fund (NFZ) – it is worth asking about this at a specific facility.

Yes, very often comprehensive treatment of the entire oral cavity is performed during a single anesthesia session – this is a comfortable and effective solution for the patient.

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