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Numb Feeling In Lip And Nose After Filling Upper Tooth. What Is The Cause And How Long Will This Last?
I got a filling in my front upper tooth last night (with novacaine). My entire upper lip & nose was numb for a good 3 hours. When I woke up this morning, the inside of my nostrils hurt/burned. I thought this would gradually subside as the day wore on, but it has not. The pain feels similar to the pins & kneedles feeling you get when novacaine is wearing off. Do you have any idea what s causing this & how long it might last?
Tue, 26 Nov 2013
Hello,
Usually the numbness after LA Administration lasts for 24 hours.
Chances of administration of LA Solution in overdose is very high in your case.
Apply frequent ice packs over nose and lips.
Avoid excessive stress or anxiety.
Gargle frequently with lukewarm saline.
Take adequate rest.
Complete course of antibiotics-analgesics has to be administered.
Take care.
Usually the numbness after LA Administration lasts for 24 hours.
Chances of administration of LA Solution in overdose is very high in your case.
Apply frequent ice packs over nose and lips.
Avoid excessive stress or anxiety.
Gargle frequently with lukewarm saline.
Take adequate rest.
Complete course of antibiotics-analgesics has to be administered.
Take care.
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