It depends. Some forms of sedation such as laughing gas, tend to wear off quickly. Other forms of sedation such as oral and IV, usually last anywhere from six to eight hours. General anesthesia can last an average 24 to 48 hours.
These time frames can vary based on factors such as:
Current medications
Existing allergies
Drug addiction and resistance
Family and personal history of sedation reaction
For these reasons, Dr. Agamov will discuss your sedation and anesthesia options with you before either method is used. We know every patient is different, so we take a personalized approach to keep you safe and healthy when you’re undergoing a procedure that may require sedation or anesthesia.