Definition of anesthetized having lost sensation to pain due to the effects of an anesthetic : experiencing anesthesia 

Topical anesthetics are medicines that numb and reduce the sensation of pain in the area to which they are applied. 

They are available as creams, ointments, solutions, eye drops, gels or sprays and may be applied to areas such as the skin, inside the mouth or throat, in the nose, or in the eyes.

Topical anesthetics may be applied to the skin to relieve pain caused by sunburn or other minor burns, insect bites, minor cuts, or before dressing changes when wounds are extensive. 

They may also be used prior to vaccination or any other procedure that requires insertion of a needle.

Topical anesthetic is used short term to relieve pain. It is a local anesthetic that works by numbing the painful area.

Topical anesthetics are being widely used in numerous medical and surgical sub-specialties such as anesthesia, ophthalmology, otorhinolaryngology, dentistry, urology, and aesthetic surgery.

 They cause superficial loss of pain sensation after direct application. Their delivery and effectiveness can be enhanced by using free bases

Topical anesthesia is defined as superficial loss of sensation in conjunctiva, mucous membranes, or skin, produced by direct application of local anesthetic solutions, ointments, gels or sprays.