Key Information and Practices After Receiving Anesthetic Injection"
- The specific anesthetic used will have a lasting effect for 2-3 hours after the treatment.
- Care should be taken when dealing with a numb mouth. Avoid biting or chewing near the edges of the mouth to test for lip-chewing sensation during the initial 2-3 hours after the anesthetic injection to prevent accidental bites on the lip, tongue, or cheek.
- Avoid consuming foods that require chewing while still feeling numb. If necessary, opt for soft foods and chew using untreated side teeth.
- If accidental biting occurs on the lip, tongue, or cheek, and it results in a wound with bleeding or swelling, apply gentle pressure with a clean cloth until the bleeding stops. The wound may be sore or numb until the anesthesia wears off. Pain relievers can be taken if necessary.
- Avoid sour or spicy foods. Keep the wound clean; there is no need to apply medication to the wound, as it will heal naturally within a week.
- Rinse your mouth frequently with a saltwater solution (½ teaspoon of salt mixed with a glass of clean water). This can help speed up the healing process of the wound.