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Can Smoking Marijuana Prior To Getting A Novocaine Injection For A Tooth Filling Dull The Effects Of Novocaine Or Even Cause The Area To Not Be Numb?

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Question : can smoking marijuana prior to getting a novocaine injection for a tooth filling dull the effects of novocaine or even cause the area to not be numb?
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Answered by Dr. Diwashish Biswas (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
No

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question, I understand your concern.
There will be no diminution in the effect of novocaine even after smoking marijuana.
I hope your query is clear now.
Thanks and regards
Dr Diwashish biswas
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Can Smoking Marijuana Prior To Getting A Novocaine Injection For A Tooth Filling Dull The Effects Of Novocaine Or Even Cause The Area To Not Be Numb?

Brief Answer: No Detailed Answer: Hello, I have gone through your question, I understand your concern. There will be no diminution in the effect of novocaine even after smoking marijuana. I hope your query is clear now. Thanks and regards Dr Diwashish biswas