Supplemental techniques Flashcards

1
Q

When is the Gow-Gates block indicated?

A

Extensive procedures during quadrant dentistry or when the IA block fails

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Which nerves should all be anesthetized during a Gow-Gates block?

A
Auriculotemporal nerve
Inferior Alveolar nerve
Mylohyoid Nerve
Lingual Nerve
Long Buccal Nerve
Mental Nerve
Incisive Nerve
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What is the name of the technique used for the Gow-Gates block?

A

“Wide Open” technique

Patient keeps mouth open wide during and for 2 minutes after the injection

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4
Q

What is the angle used for the GG block?

A

From the labial commisures to the intertragic notch

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Which nerves are anesthetized with the V-A block?

A

IA, lingual, mental, mylohyoid within the pterygomandibular space and the long buccal 75% of the time

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When is the V-A block useful?

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When similar anesthesia is needed to that of the IA or GG blocks but in patients with severe trismus or who have issues holding their mouth open.

Called the “closed-mouth” mandibular block

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Where is the penetration site for the V-A block?

A

Soft tissue medial to the ramus
Directly adjacent to the maxillary tuberosity
Height of MGJ of maxillary molars

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