Benzocaine topical for Oral and Dental Conditions User Reviews
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Benzocaine topical has an average rating of 4.6 out of 10 from a total of 19 reviews for the treatment of Oral and Dental Conditions. 37% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 53% reported a negative experience.
Reviews for Benzocaine topical
- Jam...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- January 1, 2019
Orajel (benzocaine) "Bought this medicine after reading about it. Tried it on the areas needed but it took forty five minutes before it took effect. I've only done this twice today after buying it but have now noticed a rash on my cheeks and around my mouth. Will not be using anytime soon and will be returning it back to HEB for complete refund!"
- mom...
- August 19, 2020
Orajel (benzocaine) "I used orajel after I needed to have a tooth pulled and had to use it along my entire bottom gum. It numbed the area very quickly, but it went away just as fast. It lasted maybe two minutes. I would not recommend the product to anyone."
- Gly...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- March 13, 2020
Kank-a (benzocaine) "I have a bad toothache and have tried almost every mouth numbing medicine on the market. Kanka works the best out of any I've tried and the kind that comes in the bottle lasts the longest. (Though it burns at first and can be sticky and messy), I recommend for any mouth or tooth pain ."
- Unk...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- March 10, 2024
Orajel (benzocaine) "I have had teeth pulled, roots dune, the works. I used In-between dental visits and it helped the pain for short periods of time. I have had to use it more then 4 times a day due to mouth pain but it's the only relief in the whole world for a bad tooth. I get my tooth pulled Monday and it's the weekend befor Monday so I'm stuck with a bad wisdom tooth. The jell makes it easier to do my job at work. I eat and drink with the jell in my mouth nothing bad happened to me. Just had to re apply once I was dune eating or drinking . ( letting you know what every day people do ) I did get light headed at work and almost fell but I held onto something but again, I'm useing more then I should because it's a tooth that needs pulled . ( wisdom tooth ) but like I said its good to use for people waiting to get their tooth pulled or worked on. It kills the nerve pain for a minute or two"
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Your review helps others make informed decisions.- Jav...
- June 20, 2015
Topical Anesthetic Dental Gel (benzocaine) "This product was used by my dentist in the office. Immediately, the excessive amount of gel started running down the back of my throat. I was nauseated, vomited later, my throat was numb, I had profuse increase in saliva, coughing, then wheezing and began to break out in hives. I found a 25 mg Benadryl, took it, drank several cups of water and eventually the symptoms improved."
- Gra...
- January 23, 2017
"My dentist used Benzocaine gel/ointment to numb my gum prior to dental filling. Within half an hour, my tongue, cheek,gum,lip, complete side of face had swollen to painful gigantic proportions. I had to attend hospital as an emergency arranged by dentist , to see a max.facial consultant who had to prescribe an anti-histamine. The swelling took well over a week to gradually subside to normal, but completely ruined my 65th family birthday party, a few days after, as I could barely speak and could have no photos taken !!! I now check every medical spray or ointment/cream to ensure I am not using this chemical......"
- sup...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- March 19, 2023
Anbesol (benzocaine) "It's the only thing that helps me sleep with my current toothache. With orajel the numbness was more intense but wore off much faster. Regarding the other comment I read here, you are not supposed to use it on Cold Sores. Canker sores and cold sores are not the same thing! Cold sore medicine usually contains an antiviral. Canker sores are inside the mouth. I got them as a kid whenever I drank a lot of orange juice. Cold sores are a variant of the herpes virus, so yeah, numbing it won't help."
- Win...
- September 6, 2017
"I purchased the topical cream to help with pain from a canker sore in my mouth. I applied the medication myself, putting the tube over the affected area. I didn't see how much came out, so I could've given myself too much. But, immediately, I started dealing with an increase in saliva that became uncomfortable and made it hard to sleep. I tried to rinse my mouth with water multiple times, but it left my throat feeling clogged up with saliva. Even now, after several hours sleep, the symptoms persist, leaving an uncomfortable feeling in my mouth. I'm just hoping I didn't swallow too much and cause any damage. My recommendation: use very very small amounts, or not at all."
- San...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- August 21, 2022
Orajel (benzocaine) "I bought some orajel after painkillers didn't seem to be working. It numbed up really quick but went away in 5 minutes.after a day I was left in more pain, it caused me to sweat and the only thing left is back to the dentist."
- Jam...
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- June 16, 2024
Orajel (benzocaine) "I have several teeth that need to be pulled, and while waiting, this stuff is the most relief that I get on a daily basis. As others have said: It doesn't last a very long time...but if I'm trying to eat or trying to go to sleep, it does allow me to do so. No negative side effects, and I also swish with the Orajel Toothache Rinse before each application, which seems to help it last longer."
- yel...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- November 26, 2022
"I used it for tooth pain. I really don't know what I would do without it. Sometimes it gets so bad I can hardly think. The pain hurts to my eye and ear. This helps so much. I just have to be careful not to swallow a lot or it can cause my throat to feel weird. If I had to use a lot I will let it sit for about 40 seconds then spit the excess out. If I just put a little dab in it doesn't bother me. Especially now that I've used it a while. The maker of this should be given an award! I use the Orajel brand 4x blue gel. I think it works the best and has best texture. It costs a little more but it's worth it. Some days I use a whole tube and I've used them all. I hope this helps some one."
- Pai...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- June 6, 2024
Orajel (benzocaine) "Use about 1/8 inch length strip from applicator and apply with your pinky to the affected gum line. Try not to swig, in fact spit out your saliva. This stuff can stay in place for 25 to 45 minutes so you can fall asleep. Goodnight and goodbye."
- rya...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- September 28, 2020
Anbesol (benzocaine) "Anbesol DOES anesthetize a cold sore, but for some reason it always seems to make the sore worse by widening or deepening it."
- Aan...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- February 27, 2018
Orajel (benzocaine) "Did very little for painful mouth"
- Mad...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- September 30, 2022
Orajel (benzocaine) "I used it and it did not help a bit. Waste of money"
- Mar...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- August 26, 2022
Orajel (benzocaine) "Does not work on toothache, just make it worst in fact! oregano oil is by far better in relieving pain"
- Hen...
- Taken for less than 1 month
- June 14, 2018
Orajel Denture Plus (benzocaine) "Bought Ora jel extra strength for toothache. Said fast acting. More like running marathon, it is slow acting."
- hur...
- Taken for 1 to 2 years
- November 12, 2023
Hurricaine (benzocaine) "Hurricaine is the best benzocaine I've ever found. It has several flavors and it is the same kind most dentists' offices use."
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Orajel (benzocaine) "I had a tooth ache after a deep filling I figured it was from a high bite but orajel didn't seem to ease it much but the new orajel toothache mouth wash did take pain away. I did swish it about 5 times a day but it did help 60%."