The agents that provide a temporary numbing effect on nerve endings located on the surface of the oral mucosa are:
A)local anesthetics.
B)topical anesthetics.
C)general anesthetics.
D)antiseptics.

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Topical anesthetics provide a temporary numbing effect on nerve endings located on the surface of the oral mucosa,such as where an injection is to take place.
In local anesthesia,the nerve itself is permeated by the anesthetic.
General anesthesia is a controlled state of unconsciousness characterized by loss of protective reflexes.
An antiseptic is an antimicrobial agent that is applied topically to the skin.

The Agents That Provide a Temporary Numbing Effect on Nerve