“What kind of anesthesia is used for root canals?”

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“What kind of anesthesia is used for root canals?”

I am a 24 year old male. I want to know what kind of anesthesia is used for root canals?

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**Dr. Sylvia Rodriguez Elias** Anesthesiologist Manati, Puerto Rico · Accepted Answer

Dr. Sylvia Rodriguez Elias Anesthesiologist Manati, Puerto Rico

Local anesthesia

**Dr. Paul J. Fronapfel** Anesthesiologist Charlotte, NC · Accepted Answer

Dr. Paul J. Fronapfel Anesthesiologist Charlotte, NC

Local.

**Dr. Bernard Wittels** Anesthesiologist Evanston, IL · Accepted Answer

Dr. Bernard Wittels Anesthesiologist Evanston, IL

For root canal surgery, your dentist usually provides local anesthesia to the nerve supply in your mouth that numbs the area.