Nasopalatine Flashcards
1
Q
What is the bony landmark for the Nasopalatine?
A
Incisive foramen
2
Q
What is the soft tissue landmark for the nasopalatine?
A
Incisive papilla, located posterior to central incisors in the midline
3
Q
What is the orientation of the nasopalatine syringe?
A
Insert needle at 45 degrees just lateral to incisive papilla
4
Q
What is the needle depth for the nasopalatine?
A
2-3mm
short needle 25mm
5
Q
How much LA do you deposit for the nasopalatine?
A
0.25 - 0.5mls under ¼ cartridge - see blanching
6
Q
What is the target nerve of the NP
A
Nasopalatine
7
Q
What structures are anaesthetized with the NP?
A
Palatal gingiva and mucosa of anterior 1/3 of the hard palate, ipsilateral to site of injection
8
Q
What are the precautions/considerations of the NP?
A
- Do not insert into incisive foramen
- see tissue blanching
- can use pressure technique to minimise discomfort
9
Q
How many planes do you aspirate in for the NP?
A
One
