Summary
Twilight sedation and deep sedation/general anesthesia (GA) differ significantly. Twilight sedation keeps patients relaxed but conscious, while deep sedation/GA renders them completely unconscious. Miscommunication or medical decisions might lead to using twilight sedation instead of what was agreed upon. In California, dentists must obtain informed consent and provide the agreed sedation. If you experienced discomfort or miscommunication, consider filing a complaint with the Dental Board of California or consulting a medical malpractice attorney. You can also request an explanation from your dentist regarding the sedation used.Full Conversation
I’m in California, I just had wisdom teeth removal surgery yesterday
I hope you're feeling okay after your surgery! Are you experiencing any particular issues or complications related to your wisdom teeth removal that you need legal advice on?
So I paid for “deep sedation/ga” and was assured I’d be asleep the entire procedure. However I woke up midway in pain and discomfort while they jammed more numbing in my jaw and after a few minutes went back to sleep. Now I sent an email asking for a refund they said I was under twilight sedation and that it’s easy to wake up and that they gave me * times the amount recommended for my height and weight. The doctor after I sent the email is offering a $* refund compared to the original $*
It sounds like you might have a strong case for a refund or further action due to the miscommunication and discomfort experienced. In California:
- Dentists must obtain informed consent before procedures.
- They must provide adequate sedation as agreed.
Would you like to know about steps to file a formal complaint or seek further legal advice?
Yes
Sure, here are the steps you can take to file a formal complaint or seek further legal advice in California:
*. File a complaint with the Dental Board of California:
- Website: www.dbc.ca.gov
- Phone: (*) *-*
*. Consult with a medical malpractice attorney:
- They can provide guidance on potential legal action for inadequate sedation and miscommunication.
Would you like more information on finding a medical malpractice attorney?
Is twilight sedation the same thing as deep sadation/ga?
Twilight sedation and deep sedation/general anesthesia (GA) are not the same:
- Twilight Sedation: Conscious sedation where the patient is relaxed but awake; can respond to stimuli.
- Deep Sedation/GA: Patient is completely unconscious and unaware of the procedure.
Would you like more details on pursuing this issue further?
Why would they give me twilight sedation instead of what I paid and signed for
The reasons they might have given you twilight sedation instead of deep sedation/GA could include:
- Miscommunication or clerical error.
- Medical decision based on your health condition.
- Cost considerations.
Would you like assistance on how to address this issue with the Dental Board or consult a medical malpractice attorney?
Write me a simple message to respond to their email offering $* on why I was given twilight sedation and not deep sedation
Hi [Dentist's Name],
Thank you for your email and the offer of a $* refund. However, I paid for deep sedation/GA and was assured I would be asleep for the entire procedure. I woke up midway through in pain, which was not what I agreed to. Could you please explain why I was given twilight sedation instead of deep sedation/GA?
Thank you,
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Make the email just asking for an explaining why they used twilight instead of deep sedation ga
Hi [Dentist's Name],
Could you please explain why twilight sedation was used instead of deep sedation/GA as I had paid for and was assured of?
Thank you,
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