Lidocaine injection, as seen here, is a common anesthesia used to numb a small area of skin prior to undergoing a surgical procedure.
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Anesthesia For Dermatologic Surgery, Local 

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Lidocaine injection, as seen here, is a common anesthesia used to numb a small area of skin prior to undergoing a surgical procedure.
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Alternatives
  • The topical application of a numbing cream covered by a dressing 1–2 hours prior to the procedure is an alternative to anesthetic injection in some cases.
  • Some patients decline anesthesia and instead use techniques such as meditation, hypnotism, or distraction.
  • Injection of saline or diphenhydramine can be used somewhat in place of anesthetic.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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