Needle Free Anaesthetic

It is now possible to administer local anaesthetic for a filling without a needle injection. This has proved to be to be very successful and popular (especially for nervous patients). It is not possible to use it in all situations at present, but it is ideal for the front and side teeth and can be used for both adults and children. The technique is virtually painless with just a soft 'thump' when the jet of local anaesthetic is administered. It is directed specifically towards the root of the tooth and means that less anaesthetic is required and the feeling of 'numbness' wears off quicker.