What is the best correction to make during an IA injection when no bony contact is met at target depth?
A) Reposition the syringe over the contralateral canine and re-advance the needle until bony contact is met.
B) Withdraw the needle at least half way, reposition the syringe over the molars, re-advance the needle until bone is met.
C) Aspirate in two plane to assure negative aspiration and inject 1.8 mL.
D) Withdraw the needle and select an alternate technique.
B
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