Can a dental hygienist perform anesthesia?

State choice: States get to choose whether hygienists are allowed to inject anesthesia. All are allowed to place anesthesia in a topical fashion including blunt needles between the tooth and gum. If a hygienist is also a licensed dentist then she can place anesthesia. Check your local state board of dentistry for more specifics.

See below: You would have to check the specific statues regarding anesthesia or sedation in a dentists office for your state. They do vary. Under the supervision of a dentist it may be allowable. Also check with your dentist.

Depends: Depends on the state and its regulations some states allow hygienists to administer local anesthetic.