As a result of a bicycle accident, a patient has suffered trauma to the upper lip and maxillary central incisors. Which of the following local anesthetic blocks may be used when treating the injured tissue?

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The maxillary central incisors and upper lip are innervated by the nasopalatine and infraorbital nerves. Therefore, a local anesthetic block that includes these nerves would be appropriate. The anterior superior alveolar nerve block is also included in choice B and can provide additional anesthesia to the maxillary anterior teeth and associated tissues. The other blocks listed in choices A, C, and D are not necessary for anesthesia in the area affected by the bicycle accident.

As a Result of a Bicycle Accident, a Patient Has