Tag: Numbing

First synthesized in 1943, lidocaine is an amide-type local anesthetic renowned for its rapid onset of action. So, how does lidocaine make you feel? Fundamentally, it provides a temporary loss of sensation in a specific area, preventing pain signals from reaching the brain.

According to the American Society of Anesthesiologists, local anesthesia allows many surgical and dental procedures to be performed safely while the patient is awake. It is a common misconception that all forms of anesthesia cause unconsciousness, but when it comes to local anesthesia, you are fully conscious, though the treated area is completely numb.