This is really a matter of taste. I was happy I declined general anesthesia when I had my wisdom teeth removed 3 years ago. I wouldn't say it was fun, but it wa

This is really a matter of taste. I was happy I declined general anesthesia when I had my wisdom teeth removed 3 years ago. I wouldn't say it was fun, but it was interesting, safer, and not painful. If I ever have a joint replacement and am offered the possibility of staying awake, I will take it.