Abstract
Objective: To describe the Gow-Gates anesthetic technique created in 1973, elucidating the technical protocols for its correct execution, its indications and the main advantages that make it the first choice for mandibular blocks, in addition to the possible complications related to the use of this technique. Bibliographical Review: The Gow-Gates technique has several advantages over other mandibular anesthetic techniques, verified by a higher frequency of success, less incidence of positive aspiration and absence of problems of accessory sensory innervation to the mandibular teeth compared to the blockade technique of the lower alveolar nerve, for example, and presents greater comfort for the patient and the professional in comparison to the other techniques studied in the literature. Final Considerations: The Gow-Gates mandibular blocking technique is considered a first choice resource for mandibular anesthesia because it has significant advantages over other anesthetic techniques that aim to anesthetize the mandible.