Dental anesthesia, often known as local anesthesia, is a medication that dentists use to numb a specific area of the mouth during dental procedures. It works by blocking the nerves that transmit pain signals from the teeth to the brain. The duration of the numbing effect depends on the type of anesthesia that is used.
There are two main types of dental anesthesia: local anesthesia and general anesthesia. Local anesthesia is used for minor dental procedures, such as fillings and cleanings. It is injected directly into the gums around the tooth that is being treated. The numbing effect usually wears off within a few hours.
