Research Demonstrates the Safety of Local Anesthesia Administration by Dental Hygienists
Dental hygienists are regularly providing local anesthesia safely and effectively across the United States.
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An In-Depth Look at the Role of Dental Hygienists in Administering Local Anesthesia
Most states allow dental hygienists to perform this important clinical function but controversy remains.
Emergency Response
Oral health professionals and office staff members should be prepared to handle an urgent medical situation in the dental office.
What’s New in Local Anesthesia
A brief update on important safety considerations when using local anesthesia.
Achieve Anesthesia Success in the Mandible
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene speaks with noted expert Stanley F. Malamed, DDS, about overcoming obstacles in mandibular anesthesia.
More Efficacy, Less Pain
Stanley F. Malamed, DDS, talks to Dimensions about the latest developments in the delivery of local anesthetics.
Avoiding an Adverse Reaction
Stanley F. Malamed, DDS, talks about reducing the risks inherent in administering anesthesia in the dental office.
Possible Pitfalls
Stanley F. Malamed, DDS, continues his discussion on complications and local anesthesia.
Complications in Local Anesthesia
Stanley F. Malamed, DDS, shares his expertise on paresthesia and other sequelae associated with delivering local anesthesia.
General vs. Local
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene speaks with Stanley F. Malamed, DDS, about the differences between general and local anesthesia.
