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How long does it take for local dental anesthetic to kick in?
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Dental anesthetic: Depending on the location and the accuracy, 3-5 minutes. If the area is swollen, infected, or hypersensitive, it may take longer, or it may not take at all.
Answered 6/26/2020
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Quickly: Many of the modern local work very quickly. Often within a few minutes.
Answered 11/26/2012
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