Patients have a normal apprehension about undergoing oral surgery. This often stems from a fear of the unknown. Dr. Andrew Greenberg is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon at Briarcliff Manor in Westchester County NY, who understands his patients have genuine concerns about oral surgery. So here is what to ask before undergoing oral surgery to give you more confidence and peace of mind.
What Will Happen During The Procedure?
This is a standard question that every patient should ask. This gives patients an idea of what they can expect their oral surgeon to do. You will want to know the process step by step, the instruments the surgeon uses, and how the procedure should turn out.
What Type Of Anesthesia Will Be Used?
Another example of what to ask before undergoing oral surgery procedures. There are different types of anesthesia methods that Dr. Greenberg could employ for a procedure. You should ask which one he will use whether it’s nitrous oxide, oral medication, or general anesthesia. This will help prepare you.
How Should I Prepare For Surgery?
One of the best questions you can ask is how you can prepare for the upcoming surgery. This could include asking if you need to avoid food and drinks and for how long. Perhaps you may need to bring an extra set of clothing to change into. It’s a good idea to have a checklist to make sure you fully prepare for a surgical procedure.
What Is The Length Of The Procedure?
The length of a procedure can vary depending on what the problem is and what must be done to fix it. Procedures can take under an hour or several hours. Ask Dr. Greenberg how long your procedure will take so you can clear the time in your schedule.
Will I Need Someone To Take Me Home?
If anesthesia is involved, you may very likely require someone to drive you home. Having this information ahead of time allows you to make sure you have someone you trust behind the wheel to get you back home safely.
What Is The Recovery Time?
Just like procedure time, recovery time can vary from patient to patient depending on what procedure you had done. Some effects of anesthesia take only a couple of hours to fade away while others can take several. In addition, healing time will vary as well. Some procedures only require a day or two to heal up while other procedures can take weeks. It’s best to know how much time you need to take to properly recover before you resume normal activities such as driving and eating your favorite foods.
What Are The Risks?
Any surgical procedure has risks. Patients should ask Dr. Greenberg to thoroughly review the risks of the procedure they are undergoing. This way you understand the risks before you elect to undergo the procedure. You might even be able to choose an alternative procedure that carries fewer risks.
Contact Dr. Greenberg Today!
Dr. Andrew Greenberg has years of experience providing oral surgery procedures to patients. From simple tooth extractions to dental implants, Dr. Greenberg is a health professional you can trust. Feel free to ask him any questions you have, including any that do not appear on this list. He will do his absolute best to provide you with an answer.
We work hard to make our patients as comfortable as possible. We understand that surgery is stressful and patients need reassurance. Answering your questions is part of our goal to keep you calm. Dr. Greenberg proudly serves Westchester County and surrounding communities in New York at his Briarcliff Manor location. To make an appointment, call our office at 914-342-7782 today!