Can You Get Too Much Novocaine? Understanding Anesthetic Toxicity
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While modern dentistry has largely replaced Novocaine with safer alternatives like lidocaine, the risk of overdose from any local anesthetic, though rare, is a serious concern that is medically known as Local Anesthetic Systemic Toxicity (LAST). But **can you get too much novocaine**, and what happens when you do? The answer is yes, and understanding the signs and proper safety measures is crucial for patient health.
