Which of the following ligaments can act as a barrier to the inferior alveolar nerve block if mandibular bone is NOT contacted during the injection?
A)Sphenomandibular ligament
B)Temporomandibular ligament
C)Stylomandibular ligament
D)Anterior cruciate ligament

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The sphenomandibular ligament is located posterior to the mandible and can act as a barrier to the inferior alveolar nerve block if the mandibular bone is not contacted during the injection. The temporomandibular and stylomandibular ligaments are not in the path of the injection, and the anterior cruciate ligament is a ligament in the knee joint and not relevant to the question.

Which of the Following Ligaments Can Act as a Barrier