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Hello. I have an extremely low pain threshold, which makes visits to doctors very difficult for me, especially to the dentist. It is unpleasant for the doctor himself (and can also interfere with the procedure) that when I feel pain I involuntarily jerk or move—unfortunately I cannot control this...
I do not know whether the problem is getting worse with age, but lately injections in the jaw have been hurting more and more. I remember that years ago one dentist first numbed my gum with some kind of spray and only then gave the injection, which actually hurt less. Does this still exist and am I entitled to it? Can I perhaps get it for an additional charge?
Second question—does it help if I take something for pain (e.g. Nalgesin) before the procedure? If so, how long before the procedure?
Thank you, best regards, Marjana
Dentist Tomaž Rotar answers:
Dear Sir/Madam!
The sensation of the needle prick can be reduced with topical anesthesia (spray or gel). The injection of the anesthetic itself can also be somewhat painful, at least in some areas (upper incisors), which is difficult to avoid completely. The cost of anesthesia is fully covered by insurance. I do not think taking analgesics beforehand will help.
Have a nice day!
The sensation of the needle prick can be reduced with topical anesthesia (spray or gel). The injection of the anesthetic itself can also be somewhat painful, at least in some areas (upper incisors), which is difficult to avoid completely. The cost of anesthesia is fully covered by insurance. I do not think taking analgesics beforehand will help.
Have a nice day!
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