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Ideas? what medicine do dentist use to numb the mouth?

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Answer:: Dentists use topical and local anesthetics to numb teeth, jaw and gums. Why did you ask that question?

Answered 1/29/2014

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No OTC: If you're asking is there a medical-grade anesthetic available otc to mask the symptoms of a problem that you have, probably an infection, the answer is no. If you're having a problem you'll have to see a dentist for dental treatment, not the oral hygiene lisle in the supermarket.

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