Never had anesthesia - what to expect (wisdom teeth removal)?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I've had anesthesia several times. Never had any nausea afterwards although was a little groggy for the first 12-24 hrs. Last time I had outpatient surgery, they cautioned against eating any foods that could potentially upset your stomach. I had a groggy argument with DH about whether or not Greek food fell under that category.

As for the wisdom teeth, I had 4 impacted ones. Stock up on anything you can drink easily. I couldn't use a straw at first because of the suction (my surgery was pretty bad because they were really, really impacted). Take 2 tube socks (or any long sock) and tie them together at the toes. Stuff the sides with ice packs and then put the toes under your chin and tie the end of the socks together at the top of your head. Then the ice packs lay vertical against your jaws and cheeks.

The pain meds they gave me afterwards had worse side effects than the anesthesia!

But yes, tell your doctor in advance about your phobia. Partly because they will do your vitals before they administer it and if your pulse is racing or your BP is through the roof, they won't administer it. But if they know the cause is anxiety, they can help you calm down.

Ok so I'm probably going to get my wisdom teeth out in a few years but here's am sitting on my couch bawling my eyes out. Every single time from age 7 when I went to go to the doctor to get a shot I passed out. I am TERRIFIED of anything related to needles or surgery for that matter or medical stuff. Anything that might help me?!??

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I've had anesthesia several times. Never had any nausea afterwards although was a little groggy for the first 12-24 hrs. Last time I had outpatient surgery, they cautioned against eating any foods that could potentially upset your stomach. I had a groggy argument with DH about whether or not Greek food fell under that category.

As for the wisdom teeth, I had 4 impacted ones. Stock up on anything you can drink easily. I couldn't use a straw at first because of the suction (my surgery was pretty bad because they were really, really impacted). Take 2 tube socks (or any long sock) and tie them together at the toes. Stuff the sides with ice packs and then put the toes under your chin and tie the end of the socks together at the top of your head. Then the ice packs lay vertical against your jaws and cheeks.

The pain meds they gave me afterwards had worse side effects than the anesthesia!

But yes, tell your doctor in advance about your phobia. Partly because they will do your vitals before they administer it and if your pulse is racing or your BP is through the roof, they won't administer it. But if they know the cause is anxiety, they can help you calm down.

Ok so I'm probably going to get my wisdom teeth out in a few years but here's am sitting on my couch bawling my eyes out. Every single time from age 7 when I went to go to the doctor to get a shot I passed out. I am TERRIFIED of anything related to needles or surgery for that matter or medical stuff. Anything that might help me?!??

Oh and also my mouth is EXTREMELY small and I've had ten teeth pulled and I've heard that the strain on your mouth is the worst. So basically I have a really really really bad phobia of anything medical... The last time I got a blood draw I passed out from hyperventilating before and after it happened... And also I'm super worried about the after effects bc they are going to have to put me on a LOTT of anesthesia to get me under and I have... Let's say a dark sense of humor and my parents (catholic extremists) will probably murder me afterwards

[Anonymous]

Thanks everyone gotta get 4 out tomorrow very worried but just gone go through with it

[Anonymous]

I’m so nervous to get my wisdom teeth out! These responses have helped so much.

[Anonymous]

I was terrified, have an anxiety disorder, and actually couldn't be sedated so suffered a panic attack. I then just got frozen and went several times to remove them individually. I have no clue why more people don't just do it that way. They don't even know it's an option. It wasn't at all traumatic that way. I've also had major implant surgery done without sedation and just do shorter procedures. Dentists have been very accommodating. I even get my teeth cleaned in two sessions.