[dottiesyrky]

I'm so glad you have plucked up enough courage to get your girl's dentals taken care of. All of us worry when they have to go under, but it is really ok.
My dog was home in late afternoon and begging for food a couple of hours later like nothing happened, but of course I had to limit his food that night.
I would doubt if you will be allowed to just bring her in near to surgery time. They usually have them in early to prep them and get ready for surgery. I had a big worry with my dog as he has an acidy stomach and can't go for too long without food. So my vet gave him IV Pepcid antacid beforehand and he was fine. Also he was IV hydrated , so ok for liquids. But your vet will allay your concerns I am sure.
Sounds like your baby is in good shape for the dental and all should go well. Others might not agree, but if all the correct precautions and procedures are taken and you trust your vet, I would not go for the extra cost of a specialist. This is a routine thing vets do all the time I believe. But just my opinion!! But if you think this is going to be abnormal and need a specialist, obviously that is the way to go. Hopefully the vet will give you the right advice.
Thinking of you and praying she comes out with shining white teeth and hopefully few or no extractions.
PS. If she should have extractions it might be a good idea to have some soft food for her post op for a few days?