Understanding Anesthetic Efficacy: In What Circumstances May Local Anesthesia Be Less Effective?
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Failure rates for local anesthesia in general dental practice are estimated to be around 7%, with specific procedures like the inferior alveolar nerve block failing up to 10% of the time [1.9.4]. Understanding **in what circumstances may local anesthesia be less effective?** is crucial for both patients and clinicians.
