The procedure is performed under local anaesthesia, so it is not painful during treatment. Mild discomfort for a few days afterwards is normal and easily managed with prescribed medication.

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Dr. Tasveer Fatima BDS | MDS (Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery) | FICOI (USA) · Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon & Implantologist

Ex-Senior Resident at the KGMU and SGPGIMS trauma centres, practising at Elegancia Dental Clinic in Khurram Nagar and Bakshi Ka Talab, Lucknow. This article is general information and does not replace an examination.