Prioritizing Safety and Comfort
Anesthesia is a core part of oral and maxillofacial surgery. Our board-certified surgeons have advanced hospital-based training in anesthesia, ensuring patient safety and comfort before, during, and after surgery. We perform a wide range of anesthetic techniques in-office, following the highest standards of monitoring and emergency preparedness.
Each surgeon has completed 4–6 months of dedicated anesthesia training during residency, including:
We are proud to have surgeons who are accredited in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and double board certified by both the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and the National Board of Dental Anesthesiology*.
To ensure we maintain the absolute highest standards of office anesthesia, including proper facilities layouts, crash carts set up, and up-to-date knowledge, we have independent third-party site evaluations annually.
We offer a variety of anesthetic options to meet your individual needs, ranging from nitrous oxide (laughing gas), IV sedation, to general anesthesia.
Anesthesia requires more than medication — it demands clinical judgment, emergency readiness, and advanced training. That’s why it’s important to choose a surgical team with the right expertise.
Don’t hesitate to ask about credentials, anesthesia plans, or any concerns during your consultation.
*More details on each surgeon’s qualifications can be found on our provider bio pages.
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Dr. Nalley moved to Grand Haven, MI at 9 years of age after his father was stationed here by the U.S. Coast Guard. This has been his hometown ever since. He graduated from Grand Haven High School. His undergraduate studies were completed at Hope College in Holland, MI. He received his dental training at the University of Michigan where he received the Chalmers J Lyons Award which is given to the top oral surgery student of the graduating dental class.
He then completed his residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at The Detroit Medical Center (DMC) / Wayne State Medical School. In addition to his time spent treating patients, Dr. Nalley has also been very involved in various surgical organizations and committees.
He is a member of the Michigan Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and was past president of the Great Lakes Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. He is board certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons and The National Dental Board of Anesthesiology. He is also a fellow of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery.
