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Jan S Schenkel1, Heinz-Theo Lübbers, Philipp Metzler

  • 1Clinique et policlinique de chirurgie buccale et maxillo-faciale, Centre de médecine dentaire de l’Université de Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.

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|December 4, 2015
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Local anesthetics are common in dentistry but can cause rare complications. These range from minor local issues like nerve damage to severe systemic reactions, including cardiovascular events and allergic responses.

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Area of Science:

  • Dental anesthesia
  • Pharmacology
  • Patient safety

Context:

  • Local anesthetics are essential for dental procedures.
  • While generally safe, complications can arise.
  • Understanding these risks is crucial for practitioners.

Purpose:

  • To review the potential complications associated with local anesthetics in dentistry.
  • To categorize complications as local or systemic.
  • To highlight common and severe adverse events.

Summary:

  • Local anesthetic use in dentistry can lead to rare local complications such as nerve damage (lingual, inferior alveolar nerves), hematoma, facial nerve palsy, and post-injection pain.
  • Systemic complications include allergic reactions, cardiovascular events, intoxication, and psychogenic responses.
  • Most complications are minor, but severe and potentially lethal side effects exist.

Impact:

  • Enhances understanding of local anesthetic risks in dental practice.
  • Informs clinical decision-making and patient management.
  • Contributes to improving patient safety protocols in dentistry.