Investigation of the palatine approach as a novel technique to block the canine maxillary nerve: a comparative cadaveric study
Abstract
OBJECTIVES: To develop a palatine approach to the canine maxillary nerve and compare its feasibility and the spread of dye and contrast medium with that of the infraorbital technique. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Ten canine cadaveric heads were used in this study. The maxillary nerve was approached bilaterally by inserting hypodermic needles into either the infraorbital or the palatine foramen on each side. Dye/contrast injections (1:1 solution) were followed by CT and anatomical dissections, performed to isolate the maxillary nerves and measure their stained portions. Procedural failure was defined as a nerve stain
Fields of Study & Subjects
Dental Anxiety and Anesthesia Techniques
Veterinary Pharmacology and Anesthesia
Anesthesia and Pain Management
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of Small Animal Practice
- Volume
- 67
- Issue
- 7
- Pages
- 599–605
- Publication date
- 15 March 2026
- Language
- EN