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On our website's FAQ page, we answer many questions like this one. To manage aggressive behavior and to protect our clients from injuring themselves or the staff, we use pre-sedation and general anesthesia. The Special Smiles attending dentist and anesthesiologist will determine the patient's need for pre-sedation based on medical and behavioral history.
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