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Dim lights Download Embed Embed this video on your site Anterior Middle Superior Alveolar Nerve BlockThe nerves anesthetized are the anterior superior nerve and the middle superior nerve when present. The areas anesthetized are the pulpal tissue from canine to canine or premolar to central if the MSA is present, the buccal attached gingiva and the palatal tissue from the free gingival crest to the midline. The landmark for insertion for this injection is the area that bisects the premolars and is midway between the free gingival margin and the mid-palatine suture. The syringe position is a 45 degree angle from the opposite side. The bevel orientation is towards the bone and there is pressure anesthesia. The depth of insertion is 2-4 mm with osseous contact. |
Welcome to Registered Dental Hygienist Development, brought to you by Margaret Newville RDH, MEd. This resource is intended for both dental hygiene students and their faculty. Browse videos demonstrating the basic instrumentation used in beginning scaling techniques. There are also sample images of radiographs to practice identifying normal and abnormal findings. Expansion of RDH Development is in progress so check back frequently!
Midterms are over so we have reached the half-way point in the semester. It is important to focus on what you accomplished and not get discouraged by the amount of work that is still to be done. A famous quote to think about is: “Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other.” by Abraham Lincoln. We only have 6 more weeks so “just keep swimming” as a wise Junior once said. More News