Throughout history, a toothache has been considered one of the worst experiences humans endure. The fear of dental pain, known as odontophobia, is a common anxiety related to the anticipation of ...

1. Local anesthesia comprises of topical anesthesia and injectable local anesthesia. a) Topical Anesthetics are applied locally to mouth tissues with a swab to prevent pain on the surface level.

Can you guess which states in the U.S. still do not allow dental hygienists to administer local anesthesia? Chances are, your hunch was right: States in the traditionally conservative south -- Alabama ...

FOR many, the prospect of visiting a dentist invokes fear and anxiety. Thankfully, pain-free dentistry is possible for everyone. This is particularly important for children, people who are very ...

RALEIGH, N.C. (WECT) - The North Carolina Dental Board has approved changes to General Anesthesia and Sedation Rules meant to improve patient safety. The changes come in the wake of outcry over the ...

CHARLOTTE — Members of the North Carolina State Board of Dental Examiners are weighing proposed changes to rules surrounding anesthesia during dental procedures. In a public hearing Thursday, the ...