Local refers to the part of the body affected; for example, dentists use a "local" anesthetic" to prevent pain in the teeth and jaw. A "general" anesthetic will put you to sleep so that you don't feel anything.
general anesthesia
J. Haglund has written: 'Local anaesthesia in dentistry' -- subject(s): Anesthesia in dentistry, Anesthesia, Dental, Anesthesia, Local, Dental Anesthesia, Handbooks, manuals, Local anesthesia
It seems there may be a typo in your question. If you meant "unconscious," it refers to a state where a person is not awake and not aware of their surroundings. This can result from sleep, anesthesia, or a medical condition.
what are some names of anesthesia
You must be a licensed doctor to give anesthesia. You cannot have anesthesia equipment in your home.
usually local anesthesia
Without Anesthesia was created in 1978.
local anesthesia
Otoplasty in children is performed under general anesthesia; in adults, it may be done under either general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation.
Normally, tubal ligation takes about 20-30 minutes, and is performed under general anesthesia, spinal anesthesia, or local anesthesia with sedation.
Leonard M. Monheim has written: 'General anesthesia in dental practice' -- subject(s): Anesthesia in dentistry, Dental Anesthesia, General Anesthesia
There are three types of anesthesia: local, regional, and general. Local anesthesia is used to numb a small area of the body, regional anesthesia is used to numb a large area of the body such as an arm or leg, and general anesthesia affects the entire body.