2. Can I feel pain during or after surgery and do I need anesthesia for my Plastic Surgery Procedure?

Patient who presents for aesthetic surgery poses an unusual challenge to Plastic Surgeons and Anesthesiologist. Some patients are frightened and apprehensive, given the nature and circumstances of the procedure. Patients usually expect a smooth and uncomplicated procedure. It is the Anesthesiologist’s main goal to provide patients a pleasant and worthwhile experience. Medications for local or general anesthesia are administered for your comfort during the surgical procedures. The choices include intravenous sedation and general anesthesia. Your doctor will recommend the best choice for you. Due to increased interest in pain management and patient comfort during and after any procedure, there are now new medications or drugs that are available in the market, with US-FDA approval. These drugs have improved efficacy and address patients anxiety and pain before, during and after surgery. Minor procedures can be done under local anesthesia, but for patients that have some anxiety and/or prefer to be more relaxed prior to surgery, IV sedation is recommended. However, multiple or extensive cosmetic or reconstructive surgery procedures are best performed under general anesthesia.

 

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