I read somewhere, maybe it was here, that you should let your dentist know if you are on CPAP for sleep apnea.  What is the reason for this?  I am needing to have some dental work done and want to know what to expect.  I am a "BIG" chicken when it comes to the dentist and always need laughing gas, will I still be able to use it?

dillmom wrote:

I read somewhere, maybe it was here, that you should let your dentist know if you are on CPAP for sleep apnea.  What is the reason for this?  I am needing to have some dental work done and want to know what to expect.  I am a "BIG" chicken when it comes to the dentist and always need laughing gas, will I still be able to use it? :-(

Hi,

Where any form of anaesthesia is to be used, it is imperative that you inform the doctor/dentist/surgeon etc that you have OSA.
Check the FAQ section.

Once your dentist is aware of your condition he can take certain steps to ensure that you will be OK.

Daniel


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The untreated Sleep Apnoea sufferer died quietly in his sleep.......
Unlike his three passengers who died screaming !!!!!!

(Anon)