The time from when the local anesthetic takes complete effect until the complete reversal of anesthesia is the called the _____ of the anesthetic agent.
A)induction
B)life span
C)duration
D)innervation

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Duration is the length of time from induction until the reversal process is complete and is an important consideration for the dentist when choosing a local anesthetic for a patient.
Induction is the time from injection until the onset of numbness.
Life span is not used to describe the time line for anesthesia.
Innervation is the supply or distribution of nerves to a specific body part.

The Time from When the Local Anesthetic Takes Complete Effect