Less variation exists in the anatomy of the maxillae and palatine bones and associated nerves with respect to local anesthetic landmarks as compared with similar mandibular structures, making the maxillary injections less routine, and usually with the need for any troubleshooting of failure cases.

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The statement is correct because maxillary injections are generally more routine and require less troubleshooting due to less anatomical variation. However, the reason provided is incorrect because less variation in anatomy actually makes maxillary injections more predictable, not less.

Less Variation Exists in the Anatomy of the Maxillae and Palatine