Handbook: Of Local Anesthesia

The most common class used today (e.g., Lidocaine, Articaine, Mepivacaine).

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Often used as topicals, though less common for injections due to higher allergy risks. 2. The Armamentarium The most common class used today (e

Effective anesthesia requires the right tools. A standard setup, or "armamentarium," includes: Mepivacaine). For over 30 years

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