Figs. 11 and 12: I put a second angle on the 30-gauge short needle, which allows me to visualize the palatal tissue injection in my mouth mirror with less leaning forward. I have never once broken a needle doing this. It also allows me to more easily place the needle precisely where it is needed, especially in the posterior interproximal palatal areas on patients with limited opening capability. Having the needle tip at this angle allows me to inject into the palatal tissue at a 90-degree angle. Fig. 13: For endodontic therapy appointments involving posterior teeth, I add Marcaine 0.5% epi 1:100,000 after my standard anesthesia administration. Adding some septocaine 4% epi 1:100,000 buccal and lingual to the tooth, especially if the patient is anxious, can be helpful. These procedures are-or should be-longer appointments, so you don't want the anesthesia wearing off about the time you are doing the obturation. If the treatment tooth is symptomatic at the start of the appointment, buying yourself the extra time in the event of difficulties will save your pleasant disposition from being spoiled. ■ 70 DECEMBER 2019 // dentaltown.comhttp://www.dentaltown.com