Includes bibliographical references and index.

Neurophysiology -- Pharmacology of local anesthetics -- Pharmacology of vasoconstrictors -- Clinical action of specific agents -- The syringe -- The needle -- The cartridge -- Additional armamentarium -- Preparation of the armamentarium -- Physical and pschylogical evaluation -- Basic injection technique -- Anatomical considerations -- Techniques of maxillary anesthesia -- Techniques of mandibular anesthesia -- Supplemental injection techniques -- Local anesthetic considerations in dental specialties -- Local complications -- Systemic complications -- Legal considerations / Daniel Orr -- Future trends in pain control.