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What is the purpose of using local anesthetics containing vasoconstrictors during implant placement procedures?
What is the purpose of using local anesthetics containing vasoconstrictors during implant placement procedures?
- To provide general anesthesia
- To assist with postoperative pain control
- To aid in hemostasis (correct)
- To induce sedation in the patient
Why might sedation or general anesthesia be preferred in more complex implant placement procedures?
Why might sedation or general anesthesia be preferred in more complex implant placement procedures?
- To decrease the cost of the procedure
- To ensure patient comfort and cooperation (correct)
- To shorten the duration of the surgery
- To reduce the risk of infection
Why are long-acting anesthetics sometimes warranted for postoperative pain control?
Why are long-acting anesthetics sometimes warranted for postoperative pain control?
- To ensure rapid recovery after surgery
- To prevent infection
- To induce deep sedation
- To provide prolonged pain relief (correct)
What is the purpose of using a mouth prop during implant placement procedures?
What is the purpose of using a mouth prop during implant placement procedures?
What does the term 'draped in a sterile fashion' refer to in the context of implant placement procedures?
What does the term 'draped in a sterile fashion' refer to in the context of implant placement procedures?
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Surgical Preparation
- Patient is draped in a sterile fashion to prevent infection
- Surgical team is gloved and gowned to maintain sterility
Anesthesia
- Patient is anesthetized using local anesthetic block or infiltration techniques
- Sedation or general anesthesia may be preferred for complex and lengthy procedures
- Local anesthetics containing vasoconstrictors are used for hemostasis
- Long-acting anesthetics may be used for postoperative pain control
Operative Site Access
- Good access to the operative site is crucial
- Effective retraction of cheeks and the tongue is necessary for access
- A mouth prop is invaluable for maintaining access
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