What is General Anaesthesia?
GA is a controlled state of unconsciousness, which ensures that your child is fully asleep and free from any sensation during their procedure. GAs are only given by anaesthetists and are performed in a hospital setting. Anaesthetists are specialist doctors who look after children before, during and after a test or operation and it is their role to ensure children are 'asleep' and safe throughout the test or operation and wake up comfortably at the end.
Why is my child recommended to have treatment under GA?
- One of the reasons that your child was recommended GA is because it allows the dentist to carry out lengthy and complex treatments such as teeth requiring surgical removal or exposure.
- There could be a number of procedures that need to be performed in a single session and your child’s age or medical status may not allow this to be carried out under oath sedation methods.
- It might also be advised due to the co-operative ability of your child, the degree of surgical trauma anticipated, the complexity of the operative procedure or their special-needs status.
No matter the reason - we are here to help.
Where does the treatment take place?
In order to carry out GA safely and effectively, we have partnered with a Cromwell Hospital where the procedure will take place.
Cromwell Hospital is an internationally renowned private hospital located in the South Kensington area of London. They offer treatment for both adults and children, and are dedicated to providing world class care to our patients.
They share Happy Kids Dental’s holistic ethos for family-centred care, delivered in a state-of- the-art facility by leading consultants and specialists and supported by an expert team of healthcare professionals.
Our Consultants in Paediatric Dentistry
Dr. Prabhleen S Anand
Dr. Dania Siddik
