Can you tell me for a novacaine shot. how many shots are usually administered?

Varies: The number of shots vary, depending on the procedure to be performed. After the first one, the gum tissue is numb so you won't feel the pinch of the additional shots.

As needed: Every person is different, some teeth may need less then a cartridge (1.8ml). Some other teeth more then one, the max depends on the age, the heath and the weight of the patient, some agents are more potent then others. Ultimately it depends on your reaction and to the effect of the anesthetic. Hope this help ease your concerns. Good luck, dr mokbel, scdntalimplants.Com.

Local anesthesia: Normally, one (for cavity, crown etc on one tooth). Normally two (for extraction on one tooth), often 3-6 for treatment on multiple teeth or quadrant dentistry. Btw we actually don't use novacaine anymore.