Intrafollicular anesthesia for the removal of impacted teeth.

Intrafollicular anesthesia is a method of obtaining rapid and complete local anesthesia for the surgical removal of impacted teeth. When an intrafollicular anesthetic technique is used, a general anesthetic and IV sedations (narcotic or barbiturate) are not needed. This technique also provides for an atmosphere without the stress associated with a patient in pain or the great responsibility associated with general anesthesia in the office. Intrafollicular anesthesia involves much less risk to the patient than general anesthesia or IV sedation (narcotic or barbiturate). The use of this technique aids in keeping scheduling on time by eliminating the need to reinject patients. Therefore, once the intrafollicular technique is mastered, the practitioner will begin to realize benefits other than a painfree procedure.