Handbook of Local Anesthesia

Learn foundational techniques to administer anesthesia in the dental setting with the goal of understanding how to prevent, recognize, and manage complications of local anesthesia. Written by Dr. Stanley Malamed, the leading expert on anesthesia in dentistry, the Handbook of Local Anesthesia, 7th Edition covers all the latest advances in science, instrumentation, and pain control techniques. From basic concepts to specific injection techniques, from dosage charts to the proper care and handling of equipment, this how-to guide provides in-depth, full-color coverage of key anesthesia topics, including specific hazards and errors in technique that may result in complications. The book is divided into four sections - Drugs, The Armamentarium, Techniques of Regional Anesthesia in Dentistry, and Complications, Legal Considerations, Questions, and The Future - which cover the spectrum of information needed to master local anesthesia. This text is recognized as the core textbook in anesthesia dentistry and is a foundational book for dental students preparing for future practice.