Numb lips, a bitten cheek, slurred words. For years dentists haven't had much choice about causing such temporary discomforts with a nerve block in patients needing mandibular procedures. But recent ...

Dear Dr. Roach: I had toothache and went to a dentist, who sent me to an oral surgeon, who removed a tooth. Now (on and off), I have a toothache where the tooth was removed (of course, I realize it ...

Dr. Paul Christo answers the question: 'When Are Nerve Blocks Used For Pain?' — -- Question: For What Types Of Pain Are Nerve Blocks Useful, And Are Nerve Blocks Permanent? Answer: Nerve blocks ...

A nerve block works by preventing pain signals from reaching the brain. There are permanent and temporary options. Both are generally safe procedures. Nerve blocks are an effective way to prevent, ...

Cavity pain can range from mild to severe. The pain typically worsens as the cavity grows deeper into the tooth, closer to the nerves. Cavities, which dentists sometimes call dental caries, are spots ...

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A nerve block, or neural blockade, is a method of producing anesthesia — a loss of feeling used to prevent or control pain. Nerve blocks can be surgical or nonsurgical. Nonsurgical nerve blocks ...