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Question:
I learned that I have an abscess tooth under a crown, bottom right. It was injected three times to numb the area for a root canal Once in the back of my mouth and two times towards front around the tooth area. After the numbing set in I was not able to swallow freely with a spasm-like swollen like feeling.

I am uneasy about these injections especially if I could be allergic and do not know what steps I could take or if indeed this is an allergic reaction. The tooth needs attention although it is not giving a problem as it had. I understand the abcess is not that advanced but could be and should be taken care of asap. I would appreciate any advice. ...Visitor from PA

Answer:
The type of injections you received usually numb the tongue and surrounding muscles. Patients often report difficulty in swallowing after these injections.

There are very few documented cases of a true allergic reaction to novocaine.

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