“How can I make local anesthesia less painful?”

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“How can I make local anesthesia less painful?”

I am a 32 year old female. I want to know how can I make local anesthesia less painful?

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**Slavka N/a Bulleova** Anesthesiologist · Accepted Answer

Slavka N/a Bulleova Anesthesiologist

Before injection of local anesthetic, numb the skin with local anesthetic patch.

**Sylvia Rodriguez Elias** Anesthesiologist · Accepted Answer

Sylvia Rodriguez Elias Anesthesiologist

Maybe you should consult your doctor to give you a prescription of medicine, i.e., a sedative that you could take by mouth before the procedure.