Has anyone ever taken halcion before a wisdom tooth extraction?

Question

I am having one wisdom tooth pulled sometime in the next couple of weeks. It is an upper tooth. (I am 35 years old.)The tooth is not impacted. It is broken and has decay. I will be awake during the procedure, with just novocaine to numb the area. The oral surgeon and his assistant said I will not feel pain but I will feel up to about 20 pounds of pressure. This sounds extremely scary to me. Also, he gave me a prescription for Halcion, which he wants me to take before the extraction. I am also nervous about that, as I am very senstitive to medication, but he said all it will do is relax me and that it will also relax my jaw which will make it easier and faster for him to extract the tooth. I want it to be as easy and fast as possible so I am planning on taking the Halcion before my appointment. Has anyone had any experience? I am curious about reactions to Halcion and what to expect to feel when I take it, and about the pain and/or pressure I may feel during the extraction. Thanks!

Answer 1

My dentist usually prescribes a couple of valium before an extensive procedure. I'm sure your dentist has some reason for prescribing something stronger. Just make sure you use a designated driver. Follow his directions carefully so you do not develop painful dry socket. If he's a good dentist, he'll use enough novacaine; mine certainly does not believe in pain; I call him "Dr. Feelgood."

Answer 2

I once had a skin graft to enhance my receeding gums. To do this, they take the skin from the roof of your mouth. The dentist gave me a halcion beforehand to calm my nerves. It made me very relaxed, and the procedure went smoothly. I highly recommend the halcion. If you get a prescription, it also works as a killer sleeping pill.

Answer 3

The procedure is called oral conscious sedation. It just makes you feel more relaxed.