Question 1

what is the definition or description of: procaine allergy?

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Novocaine: ..is the common brand name of procaine which is rarely used in dentistry anymore because of allergy to PABA, a direct metabolite of procaine. An allergy means a symptomatic response to an allergan (procaine) that can range from a mild inflammatory response to lethal anaphylaxis.

Question 2

what is the definition or description of: novocain allergy?

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Natural v. man-made: There is about 1 in 1000 people that are allergic to Novocain.   The allergic reaction is the same as any other allergic  reaction...swelling, itching and possibly even death.  But the industry has, for many years, been using an altered version that has a much lower allergy rate.  But just think of the allergy like any other allergy like to peanuts.

Question 3

is there any medical reason for a dentist to give novocain (procaine) shots prior to general anesthesia?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The local anesthetic will anesthetize the area being worked on and will also decrease the amount of bleeding in the surgical field. Although you may be "asleep" during the procedure, it is a very light sleep and without the anesthetic your body will involuntarily react to the pain stimulus.

Question 4

whats the difference between  procaine and novacaine?

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Structure: The molecules are similar and do the same thing but their chemical structure is different.

Question 5

i'm scared of just getting novocain, (procaine) what to do?

Accepted Answer

Why?: With modern topical anesthetics used in today's modern dental practice, getting anesthetics is a breeze and virtually painless process. Relax and i think you will be surprised to see how easy it is!

Question 6

are novocain (procaine) injections at the dentist painful?

Accepted Answer

Novocaine: Should not be, as u are first given local anesthetic on site of injection before the novocaine.

Question 7

will my fillings hurt after novocain (procaine) wears off?

Accepted Answer

You will feel sore.: You may feel a little bit of soreness and sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures immediately after the novocain (procaine) wears off and maybe for a day or two. Any discomfort is very temporary and will quickly wear off. Take Ibuprofen or any otc pain medication in the meantime.

Question 8

does it hurt to get a novocain (procaine) shot at the dentist?

Accepted Answer

It's much better : Than surgical pain.  You'll feel a pinch and some mild burning. Then the injected area will become numb. After that you may feel some pressure, but you shouldn't have any pain in the surgical area.

Question 9

does any one know why you was prescribed penicillin g procaine?

Accepted Answer

STD maybe: The procaine eases the pain and prolongs the action..Used for STDs often.....

Question 10

why does dr pinch skin before he injects the novocain (procaine)?

Accepted Answer

For your comfort: Pinching the skin while injecting causes nerve fibers to transmit the sensation of "pain" to the brain.  Once these fibers have sent their signal, they cannot immediately send another signal, which makes the actual injection more comfortable until the anesthetic has a chance to take effect.  Also, pinching may be performed to protect an anatomic structure.

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