topical anesthetic

Are Laser Procedures Painful?
Before getting a laser treatment, patients usually want to know how it’s going to feel. Generally speaking, lighter laser treatments feel like hot pinpricks or scraping, while deeper treatments are […]

Who Will Administer Anesthesia?
Depending on the type of procedure-and the type of anesthesia-multiple people may be qualified to administer your anesthesia. Here, you’ll find a guide to the health-care professionals who are appropriate […]

Take Precautions With Topical Anesthetics
Laser hair removal, microdermabrasion, and other treatments available at medspas may come with an offer of a topical anesthetic, like lidocaine cream, for your comfort. However, despite their common use, […]

Topical Anesthetic Awareness
Numbing cream is commonly used prior to laser and injectable treatments to help minimize potential discomfort. But how do you know if this step of the process is safe? First, […]