What's the maximum recommended dose for lidocaine or mepivacaine during dental procedures? The answer remains unclear as guidelines published by dental organizations differ from those of manufacturers ...

Local anaesthesia remains a cornerstone in modern dental practice, providing effective pain management for a wide range of procedures. Its judicious use not only enhances patient comfort but also ...

There are very few people who would consider having dental treatment without anesthesia. Preventive services and routine teeth cleanings aside, one of the top reasons why people avoid dental care is ...

Here’s what you need to know: 1. Kovanaze was approved by the FDA in June 2016. 2. Unlike standard dental anesthetic, which is administered through needle injection, Kovanaze is administered through a ...

The death last month of 4-year-old Lý Trí Dũng at an Oakland dental office has once again raised the question: Does California need stricter rules over the use of anesthesia in the dentist’s office?