hi blessed19! I had most of my teeth pulled many years ago. Fortunately, I didn't have to be put under for it to be done. I have had several other surgeries though. The anesthetist watches your breathing carefully!! That is his/her job, to give the anesthesia and to monitor your breathing and vital signs. Praying is always a positive thing to do! Talking to your doctor about this was also a good idea. Knowing your fears, they will be certain to be extra careful in monitoring you. You need to have this done. While I don't like having dentures, I am glad it was done. I couldn't live with the pain either! So, now I look at it this way, it's so much easier to brush my teeeth!! 0:)

I'm certain that you are going to be just fine. Even though you have the sleep apnea, they will be giving continuous oxygen. I've had my share of surgeries and I remember being so scared before the first one I almost backed out of having it done. Don't let fear rule your life! Venting is one of those things we all need to do now and then. Don't ever apologize for it! I guess that in some ways, that's one of the reasons we are all here at DS.

So, go and have the surgery done and let us know how you are doing!!!

love & hugs,
Char

Thank you so much!! You made me feel sooooo much better

if you have the option of hospital or the dentists chair for the work I would chose hospital

Harry I don't have the option of the hospital. Just the oral surgeon. He has worked on me before but back then I didn't have sleep apnea. I just have to put faith in god to take this fear away!

you may need to fortify yourself with a large dose of valium type meds, tell the dentist and do take your CPAP with you

the CPAP pressure doesnt indicate the severity of your sleep apnea, some severe apnea sufferers have low pressures

You are much more safe to sleep in the presents of a doctor as compared to at home. Ask your doctor about a dfental device, it might be better then the cpap for you.
:-) Lou

I had a tooth extracted 2 weeks ago, but had the option of being awake. My orthodontist said if I did want general anesthetic it was no problem as they know how todeal with sleep apnea. The only thing was I could not use my CPAP machine for two nights The pressurized air interfered with my gums healing as I had stitches and the air caused bleeding. You can't use the CPAP during surgery anyway. Your mouth is open and there is no seal. You get oxygen if you need it. H ave faith that God will be with you during surgery.

You have let the dentist know you have sleep apnea and he has said he will monitor you. Try not to worry as the anxiety will only make things worse.

Using the CPAP during the work isn't possible because all the air will just escape out of your mouth.

The dentist said he has dealt with this situation before so try to trust him. If he sees that you aren't breathing and your oxygen is dropping he will be able to put an oxygen mask on you until the crisis passes.
You have mild apnea so may not have much of a problem.
I wish you luck and hope you'll report back to us and let us know how you did.
Hugs

I agree with everyone else - you don't have to worry about complications b/c of the sleep apnea. I've had many minor surgeries where I've been put out and I've had no trouble. Funny thing is every time I'm woken up and I'm in recovery - the nurse's always seem to be yelling BREATHE to me lol God bless you and good luck with your oral health