What Is Local Anesthesia in Dentistry?
At Coyne Oral Surgery, our patients' comfort and safety are our top priorities. That's why we're pleased to offer a variety of anesthesia and sedative options, including local anesthesia for dental procedures like tooth extractions. With a short, simple injection, we can selectively numb parts of your mouth, allowing you to get the treatment you need with minimal discomfort. Local anesthesia is a trusted and effective way to manage pain during dental procedures, helping to ensure your experience is as comfortable as possible. Discover if you're a candidate for local anesthesia and schedule your consultation with Dr. Cathleen Coyne by reaching out to our office in Franklin, TN today. We're committed to providing you with a top-notch dental experience.
How Does Local Anesthesia Work?
During your consultation, Dr. Coyne will examine your teeth and gums to determine if they need any extra attention that might require local anesthesia. We'll also discuss whether local anesthetic is the best option or if you may benefit from other sedation dentistry options. Before starting your procedure, we'll gently inject the local anesthesia into your gums around the treatment area, taking care to limit any discomfort as much as possible. You should feel that part of your mouth go numb within minutes, but you won't feel sleepy or "foggy." Once we're finished with your treatment, you can get right back to your day. You'll have some numbness around the treatment area, but the effects of the anesthesia should fade within 2 – 3 hours. Side effects from local anesthesia are rare and may include tingling, swelling, or bruising, all of which should pass.
Anesthetic shots used for dental procedures typically contain lidocaine, a nerve block commonly used in injections. If you have any concerns about the ingredients in your anesthetic injection, we invite you to bring them up with Dr. Coyne during your consultation. We'll help you find the solution that's right for your needs.
What Are the Benefits of Sedation Dentistry?
At Coyne Oral Surgery, we believe that every patient deserves a smooth and comfortable dental experience. Local anesthesia offers several benefits that make dental treatments more straightforward and less stressful for our patients, including:
- Allows for a quick recovery so patients can get back to their day
- Has fewer risks and side effects compared to general anesthesia
- Keeps patients awake, which can help reduce anxiety
- Can be paired with deeper sedation options
- Can be administered quickly, saving time in the dental office
- Affects only the treated area, with minimal impact on the rest of the body
Local Anesthesia Reviews
My husband has been here multiple times for several different surgeries and we are both confident that he has been under the best care and in the most precise and gentle hands. Twilight sedation has been very helpful to him as he has had several crowns go bad and has started to change them all to implants. Our recovery has gone very well and we greatly appreciate Coyne's entire staff who have been wonderful with each procedure. We highly recommend them and Dr. Coyne!
Dr. Coyne and her staff are really awesome. They knew I was nervous about my tooth extraction, and walked me through every step, reassuring me along the way (as I did not get sedation). The team worked quickly and my sad tooth was out before I even knew it! Would recommend to anyone who has anxiety about dental procedures.
This is Today 3/2/2021... My husband needed his tooth extracted immediately. I called the office and talked to Marlena late yesterday afternoon. She made an appointment for my husband this morning. Marlena explained all the options and worked with us in an AMAZING way!! Dr. Coyne's office will be our go to for our family when an oral surgery need arises! I want to say thank you to Dr. Coyne and her AMAZING staff!!! Keep up the amazing work! You have our family for life! This was 3 years ago... My husband needed his tooth extracted immediately. I called the office and talked to Kristy late yesterday afternoon. She made an appointment for my husband this morning. Kristy explained all the options and suggested sedation due to my husband being in so much pain. Her and the staff also worked with our needs as well. My father took my husband to his appointment and stated that Dr. Coyne was amazing and extremely professional! My husband ended up going with the sedation option and he is doing great! I have talked to Kristy a couple of times today and she has always been so helpful and curteous! Dr. Coyne's office will be our go to for our family when an oral surgery need arises! I want to say thank you to Dr. Coyne and her AMAZING staff!!! Keep up the amazing work! You have our family for life!
Great experience! Staff is friendly and accommodating and Dr. Coyne made me feel very comfortable about the sedation! Highly recommend!
I have had several issues unfortunately requiring oral surgery, and have gone to Dr. Coyne's office for each of these needs. The office is beautiful and conveniently located, the staff is friendly and takes the time to make you feel comfortable and answer all of your questions. Dr. Coyne's is very nice and helpful in answering any questions or reducing your fears of the procedure itself. She is also honest in telling you what your risks are and educating you on how to prevent any worsening problems. The twilight sedation used is great for people like me with anxiety related to the dentist and actually makes the surgery quite relaxing! I definitely recommend Dr. Coyne for any oral surgery or dental implant needs.
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Local anesthesia plays a vital role in dental treatments at Coyne Oral Surgery, ensuring that you can move forward with the care you need. Contact our office in Franklin, TN today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Coyne and discuss how local anesthesia can be part of your treatment plan. We're here to provide personalized solutions for your dental needs.