The Gow-Gates is successful in providing anesthesia of mandibular molars in the presence of accessory innervation from the mylohyoid or lingual nerves because
A) An increased volume of solution is administered and the mouth is maintained in an open position following injection.
B) The deposition site is lower on the inferior nerve; therefore, it is closer to the mylohyoid and lingual nerves.
C) The IA nerve trunk is anesthetized higher on the inferior nerve.
D) A long, 25 gauge needle is used.

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The Gow-Gates technique anesthetizes the mandibular nerve before it branches into the inferior alveolar, lingual, and mylohyoid nerves, ensuring anesthesia of mandibular molars even in the presence of accessory innervation.

The Gow-Gates Is Successful in Providing Anesthesia of Mandibular Molars