An anesthetic is a substance or agent that causes loss of sensation, awareness or feeling. It is used to prevent pain during medical procedures or surgeries by blocking the pain signals to the brain.
Usage examples
The dentist used an anesthetic to numb my gums before the dental procedure.
The surgeon administered a local anesthetic to the patient before the minor surgical operation.
The veterinary clinic used an anesthetic to sedate the dog during its dental cleaning.
The anesthesiologist carefully monitored the patient's vital signs during surgery while ensuring the proper delivery of anesthetic.
The anesthetic injection helped relieve the patient's pain during the root canal procedure.
The anesthetic gel provided temporary relief for the patient's toothache before they could see a dentist.
The anesthetic spray was applied to the patient's throat to reduce discomfort during an upper endoscopy.
The dentist recommended an anesthetic mouthwash to numb the patient's mouth before starting the dental treatment.
The anesthetic cream was applied to the patient's skin prior to a minor surgical procedure to minimize discomfort.
The anesthetic patch effectively controlled pain following the shoulder surgery.
If your pet is scheduled for any kind of anesthetic procedure associated with general surgery, radiology, or a dental cleaning, the doctors highly recommend pre-anesthetic blood panel screenings. (aplusanimalhospital.com)
Four patients had drops in blood pressure and heart rate, while two had suspected toxic effects of the local anesthetic used for the procedure. (sciencedaily.com)