What Does Wisdom Teeth Anesthesia Feel Like?

Sedation anesthesia suppresses your consciousness during the procedure. You don't feel any pain and will have limited memory of the procedure. You'll also receive local anesthesia to numb your gums.

How long does it feel like you're under anesthesia for wisdom teeth?

After the procedure, it may take a few hours for the anesthetic to wear off, with recovery taking anywhere from a few days to a week; depending on the complexity of the surgery.

What does it feel like waking up from wisdom teeth removal?

You'll slowly regain feeling in your mouth as you wake up from surgery. Some pain and swelling is normal. The first day of recovery will also include some blood in your mouth. You can start using an ice pack on your face as soon as you'd like.