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I have a cavity on the back of my front tooth.the dentist said that he could leave topical anesthesia on for 5 minutes so i won't feel the injection. is it true? i'm scared.
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True: Topical anesthesia soaked in a cotton pledget is applied to your gum at the site of the injection. This penetrates well and the needle usually is not felt. Your dentist will inject slowly using distraction techniques so that you will hardly feel it. Don't worry - you will do well.
Answered 1/22/2014
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True: The topical anesthetic numbs the gum tissue to minimize the pinch. I'm sure everything will be fine.
Answered 6/6/2013
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Yes: Topical anesthetic for five minutes will usually numb the gums enough you won't feel the shot. A laser used to remove the decay normally doesn't require a shot.
Answered 6/7/2013
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Yes: You may feel some slight stinging from the injection, but that should be all.
Answered 4/24/2015
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