novocaine

[US]/nəʊvəkeɪn/
[UK]/noʊvəkeɪn/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a local anesthetic drug used to induce local or regional anesthesia, especially in dentistry and minor surgical procedures
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Phrases & Collocations

novocaine shot

novocaine injection

novocaine wears off

novocaine numbness

novocaine effect

novocaine before

novocaine during

novocaine's effect

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Example Sentences

dentists commonly use novocaine to numb the gums during dental procedures.

the novocaine began to wear off as the dentist was still working on my tooth.

i experienced an unusual numbness after receiving the novocaine injection.

novocaine for injection is available in most hospital pharmacies.

the surgeon administered local novocaine anesthesia before starting the minor operation.

patients must wait for the novocaine to take full effect before proceeding.

some individuals have developed a sensitivity to novocaine over time.

the novocaine provided complete pain relief throughout the entire procedure.

my lips remained numb for hours after the novocaine injection.

novocaine typically wears off within two to four hours after treatment.

the dentist applied topical novocaine gel before giving the injection.

i did not feel any pain thanks to the effective novocaine.

novocaine side effects are rare but can include temporary dizziness.

the doctor explained that novocaine works by blocking nerve signals in the affected area.

after the novocaine wore off, i experienced mild discomfort in my jaw.

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