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Dim lights Download Embed Embed this video on your site Greater Palatine Nerve BlockThe nerves to be anesthetized are the greater palatine nerve or the anterior palatine nerve. The areas anesthetized are the posterior portion of the hard palate and overlying soft tissues, anteriorly as far as the 1st premolar and medially to the midline. The landmarks are the greater palatine foramen, the junction of the maxillary alveolar process, and the palatine bone. The target area is the greater palatine nerve as it passes anteriorly between the soft tissues and the bone of the hard palate. The syringe position is the opposite side of the mouth at a right angle to the target area. Insert in the soft tissue slightly anterior to the greater palatine foramen. The bevel orientation is toward the palatal soft tissues with pressure anesthesia prior to and during the injection. |
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