Describe the field of anesthesia for the infraorbital (IO) nerve block

What will be an ideal response?

The IO nerve block will affect structures innervated by the anterior and middle superior alveolar and IO nerves. Areas anesthetized include the pulps of the maxillary central incisors through the canines, premolars, and their facial periodontium; and the lower eyelid, lateral aspect of nose, and upper lip. In some individuals, the mesiobuccal root of the maxillary first molar is also anesthetized.

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a. Brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) b. Lactic dehydrogenase (LDH) c. Aspartate aminotransferase (AST) d. Alanine aminotransferase (ALT)

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Periapical radiographs can image only one tooth on each radiograph

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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