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How long does it take your body to rid itself of the anesthesia after wisdom teeth surgery?

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What type?: If you are talking about local anesthetic, depending on the kind that was used, it can be anywhere from a few hours with Lidocaine up to 12 hours with marcaine. If you are referring to being put to sleep, the half life can make you groggy into the next day.

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Answered 6/26/2014

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