Question 1

can general anesthesia cause numbness to face and tongue?

Accepted Answer

Not typically: It would be unusual for numbness of the tongue to arise just from general anesthesia unless the anesthesiologist was exceptionally agressive during intubation and did significant damage in the mouth.  Numbness in the face would also be very unlikely.

Question 2

i had a d&c 8 days ago. they had to use general anesthesia. when i woke my tip of tongue was numb.  it is still numb. is this nerve damage?

Accepted Answer

Neuropraxia: Find out if they needed an oral airway, its a small plastic part that helps keep you airway open and rests on the tongue. If the tip was compressed under the plastic the tip can become numb because small sensor nerves get pinched for a better word. These problems should resolve in time

Question 3

wife has covid still mild symptoms day 7 since test. sudden numb tongue on both sides. compares it to local anesthesia shot during dental work. no stroke symptoms otherwise. causes? emergency? covid related?

Accepted Answer

: This symptom may be related to the infection. I would recommend a neurologic exam at acute care today. If there is associated loss of taste or smell, this is a relatively common association with the infection. The sudden nature of the onset is of concern, please see acute care today. COVID 19 may be associated with embolic complications. Watch for signs of shortness of breath, chest pain and fever

Question 4

4 hrs after local anesthesia for cavity fix, not numb anymore but still can't move that side of mouth or side of nose, normal?

Accepted Answer

Probably normal. : Sometimes it can take a few hours more for all the sensations to return after local anesthetic.  By tomorrow if you don't feel normal then consult your dentist or an oral surgeon.

Question 5

why wouldn't dental anesthesia not work during a root canal i was having a pulpectomy on a hot tooth and none of the shots worked. i felt everything! even after i left none of my mouth was numb. now i am afraid to have any more dental work. even though i

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Hello,
Good : Hello, 
good question!
local anesthesia works by blocking chemicals that move into and out of nerves in the in contact with the local anesthetic. This means that in order for it to be effective and last long enough for the procedure in question it the anesthetic must be the right  drug, location and conditions for them to work. Now, assuming your dentist injected the right drug in the right location, the only thing remaining is the conditions present in the area. For reasons outside the scope of your question, the environment around an infected area is difficult to anesthetize. In general it is an acidic environment. Local anesthetics work poorly or not at all in acidic tissues. So, this is why you felt what you felt. One last thing, local anesthetics are not good at blocking pressure. So even during a perfect block, you may feel something. Just not pain. Hope that helps. Thanks for the question.

Question 6

how long does your mouth stay numb after anesthesia at the dentist?

Accepted Answer

Local anesthetics,: Depending on which one was used and whether a vasoconstrictor was included, as well as the amount given, can have a wide range of anesthesia times.  Some can dissipate after only 30 minutes, while others can last 10-12 hours.  While numb, stick to a non-chew, liquid to puree diet so that you avoid the chance of injuring the soft tissue of your lip, tongue or cheek.

Question 7

how severe does a spinal anesthesia numb you?

Accepted Answer

See below: The spinal usually numbs you to just below the nipple line. It can however, be tailored to numb only up to the waist, depending on the procedure.

Question 8

might general anesthesia cause numbness to face and tounge?

Accepted Answer

Numbness of face...: Not general anesthesia, but the securing the airway or the head/face position. Probably, the use of the lma compressed some nerves deep into the walls of the throat or base of the tongue. Sometimes the facial nerve can get compressed by using a mask strap (bucal branch). It is rarely on both sides. Most will go away in several days. If not, consult your doctor or a neurologist.

Question 9

is it possible for general anesthesia cause numbness to face and tounge?

Accepted Answer

Not really: General anesthesia sometimes involves a breathing tube or airway device that may cause numbness to the tongue but not the face.

Question 10

do they use anesthesia, or injection to numb the area for a 17 month old?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Absolutely. But, specific to the procedure and assuming the procedure will entail the experience of pain.

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I had a d&c 8 days ago. they had to use general anesthesia. when i woke my tip of tongue was numb. it is still numb. is this nerve damage?

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Wife has covid still mild symptoms day 7 since test. sudden numb tongue on both sides. compares it to local anesthesia shot during dental work. no stroke symptoms otherwise. causes? emergency? covid related?

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4 hrs after local anesthesia for cavity fix, not numb anymore but still can't move that side of mouth or side of nose, normal?

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Why wouldn't dental anesthesia not work during a root canal i was having a pulpectomy on a hot tooth and none of the shots worked. i felt everything! even after i left none of my mouth was numb. now i am afraid to have any more dental work. even though i

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