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Dim lights Download Embed Embed this video on your site Infiltration InjectionThe nerves anesthetized are the long terminal branches of the target tooth. The areas anesthetized for the maxilla are the pulp, soft tissue, the bone in the area of the injection. The areas for the mandible are the soft tissue in the area of the tooth. The landmarks for both the maxilla and the mandible are the mucobuccal fold, parallel to the root and close to the bone and apex over the tooth. For the mandible only, the landmarks are the junction of the lingual attached gingiva and the floor of the mouth parallel to the long axis of the tooth, near the target tooth, and close to the bone. The syringe position is parallel with the long axis of the tooth at the height of the mucobuccal fold over the target tooth. The depth of insertion is until the bevel is covered (2-3 mm). |
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