Q: Which doctor administers local anesthesia?
A: The doctor performing the surgery, either dentists, ophthalmologists or another surgeon will administer the local anesthetic.
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Q: How does a topical anesthetic work?
A: A topical anesthetic lessens the chance of inflammation or infection at the site.
Q: What is twilight sedation?
A: Twilight sedation is also called sleep dentistry or IV sedation and uses an intravenously delivered sedative to induce a deeply relaxed, but still conscious, state.
