Alamo Maxillofacial Surgical Associates, PA
Oral Surgery & Facial Cosmetic
San Antonio & Boerne, TX
210.614.3915, 210.402.3550 & 830.816.2480
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    • Steven B. Buckley, DDS, MD
    • Wendell A. Edgin, DDS
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Anesthesia Services

As part of their medical training, our doctors have undergone extensive training in the safe administration of all forms (Oral, IV, Inhalational) of anesthesia in the office and hospital operating room. You can be confident that your surgery will be anxiety and pain free. Local anesthesia will also be administered after you are sedated or asleep so that you are comfortable for several hours after surgery is completed. You will also be prescribed pain medication tailored to your particular case to use after the surgery to control postoperative pain.

Each of our surgical suites is equipped with the necessary monitoring devices to ensure patient safety while under anesthesia. Our doctors and staff have undergone additional voluntary office anesthesia evaluations performed by The Texas Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons to ensure that we are treating our patients under all types of anesthesia in accordance with generally accepted standards of medical care. All of our surgical assistants are required to maintain certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Our doctors maintain certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), a more extensive and comprehensive version of CPR. Additionally, each office has an established emergency protocol system to ensure that, in the event a medical emergency occurs, we are able to respond quickly and accurately in the best interest of our patients.

Frequently Asked Questions About Anesthesia

  1. I have always been terrified of doctors and needles—can I still get treatment? Simply stated, YES—we will evaluate your situation and surgical needs on an individual basis preoperatively and design a treatment plan that will work for you.
  2. What if I “wake up” during the surgery? This is a common question and is not an issue. You will be monitored throughout the entire operation for safety and comfort.
  3. How much does it cost to be put to sleep? It will depend on the location (clinic, hospital, out-patient surgery center) of your surgery and the amount of time required to complete your case. We can give you a close estimate of your costs after we have examined you and have decided how to proceed.
  4. Do I have to stay in the hospital overnight if I have anesthesia? Most of the time this is not necessary unless your surgery is long and complicated or you have complicated medical problems. If you need to stay in the hospital for pain control and support, our doctors are fully credentialed to take care of you in the Methodist Hospital System.

METHODIST PLAZA
4499 Medical Drive, Suite 190
San Antonio, TX 78229
Tel 210.614.3915   •   Fax. 210.614.3918

METHODIST STONE OAK
1139 E. Sonterra Boulevard, Suite 505
San Antonio, TX 78258
Tel 210.402.3550   •   Fax 210.402.1282

METHODIST BOERNE
134 Menger Springs, Suite 1200
Boerne, TX 78006
Tel 830.816.2480   •   Fax 830.816.2035

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