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[Problem of anesthetic failure].

B Fleiner1, H Terheyden

  • 1Klinik für Mund-, Kiefer und Gesichtschirurgie Christian-Albrechts- Universität zu Kiel.

Deutsche Zahnarztliche Zeitschrift
|December 1, 1991
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Local anesthetic failure occurs in 2-5% of dental procedures, with higher rates in endodontics. Specific nerve blocks show varying success, indicating anesthesia reliability challenges.

Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Anesthesiology
  • Oral Surgery

Background:

  • Local anesthetic failure is a significant clinical challenge in dental practice.
  • Understanding the frequency and contributing factors is crucial for improving patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the perceived significance of local anesthetic failure among dental practitioners.
  • To compare the failure rates associated with different dental injection techniques.

Main Methods:

  • A random sample of 210 dental practitioners participated.
  • A standardized questionnaire with a visual analogue scale was utilized.
  • Data on perceived failure frequency and technique-specific rates were collected.

Main Results:

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  • Most practitioners estimated a 2% to 5% overall local anesthetic failure rate.
  • Higher failure rates were reported for endodontic procedures and abscess incisions.
  • Infraorbital nerve block had low failure rates, infiltration anesthesia had average rates, and mandibular nerve block had high rates.

Conclusions:

  • Local anesthetic failure is a prevalent concern in dentistry.
  • Injection technique significantly influences anesthetic success rates.
  • Achieving reliable anesthesia in all dental treatments remains a challenge.