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Among commonly used dental local anesthetics, which has the longest duration of action?

  1. Bupivacaine
  2. Lidocaine
  3. Articaine
  4. Mepivacaine
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Correct answer: A. Bupivacaine

Bupivacaine has the longest duration of action among commonly used dental local anesthetics, making it particularly useful for procedures expected to cause significant postoperative pain, where prolonged anesthesia/analgesia is desired.

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