Frequently asked questions

Dental Anesthesiology is the specialty of dentistry devoted to managing pain, anxiety, and overall patient health during dental and oral, maxillofacial surgeries and procedures. The specialty works to promote and optimize patient safety as well as access to care for all dental patients, particularly the very young and patients with special health care needs. It is one of ten dental specialties recognized by the American Dental Association. Dentist Anesthesiologists are trained in a formal, hospital-based residency program to deliver a full spectrum of anesthesia services to dental patients inside and outside of the operating room.

Current Board Certification by the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology (ADBA) affirms that a dentist anesthesiologist trained in an accredited residency program and passed comprehensive oral and written examinations administered by the ADBA following training. Dentist anesthesiologists that meet these standards are awarded diplomate status in the ADBA. In addition to meeting training and educational standards, diplomates of the American Dental Board of Anesthesia commit themselves to completing 120 hours of continuing education during each 6-year renewal period.

No. Our practice only provides anesthesia services. We work with dentists and dental specialists as a team, providing anesthesia while they provide dental treatment.

We provide anesthesia in office environments that properly-equipped for safe anesthesia, also yet designed to meet the demands of dental treatment. Some patients can also be treated within the office of their dentist. Others are referred to a another office-setting, surgery center or hospital for their care.

Coverage varies widely among medical and dental insurance plans. Our office will provide a detailed description of fees and payment terms, prior to your procedure. We do not file to Medical/Dental Insurance companies. Insurance is a contract between the patient and the company. Indiana Office-Based Anesthesia is unable to act as an intermediary between you and your insurance carrier. We take CareCredit, HSA cards, debit and credit cards for payment. These Fees are good faith estimates and the complexity and time required to complete the case can be affected. We make every effory to adhere to the esimate given. If the actual fee is less, the difference will be refunded to you. If the actual fee is greater than estimated, you will be responsible for the balance the day of service. https://www.carecredit.com/go/287MRQ/