At the Pitt Dental Medicine Faculty Practice, dental anesthesia care is provided by Dr. Mark Saxen and Dr. Michael Cuddy, full-time faculty members at the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine who practice, teach and conduct research. Our anesthesiologists tailor anesthesia—from mild intravenous sedation to full general anesthesia—to each patient's needs, including caring for those with conditions that make them unable to undergo traditional dental treatment.
Dental Anesthesiology Services We Provide:
- Mild to moderate intravenous sedation
- Deep sedation
- General anesthesia for surgical and complex dental procedures
- Anesthesia care coordinated with other Pitt Dental Medicine Faculty Practice specialists for patients unable to tolerate conventional dental treatment
Why Choose Pitt Dental Medicine Faculty Practice for Dental Anesthesiology?
- Experience: Drs. Saxen and Cuddy bring a combined total of more than 50 years of private practice experience to the Pitt Dental Medicine Faculty Practice.
- Board certification: Both are board-certified by the American Board of Dental Anesthesiology.
- Efficiency: By performing cases within the School of Dental Medicine, appropriate patients can bypass the additional hurdles needed to have their procedures performed in an outside hospital or surgery center.
Whether you need mild sedation for a routine procedure or general anesthesia for a complex case, our Dental Anesthesiology team ensures you receive safe, comfortable care.
To learn more about dental anesthesiology care or to schedule an appointment, please contact Pitt Dental Medicine Faculty Practice at +1-412-648-9100.
