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Alsaegh MA, Azzawi ADA, Marouf BKA. The performance of inferior alveolar nerve block technique among undergraduate students. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF DENTAL EDUCATION : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE ASSOCIATION FOR DENTAL EDUCATION IN EUROPE 2023; 27:985-991. [PMID: 36540005 DOI: 10.1111/eje.12890] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2022] [Revised: 09/15/2022] [Accepted: 12/12/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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AIMS This study aimed at evaluating the ability to feel bone touch, positive aspirations, and frequency of the success rate during the direct inferior alveolar nerve block (IANB) among dental students. METHODS This prospective cross-sectional study involved 203 cases of IANB injections for patients requiring extraction of mandibular posterior teeth who visited student dental clinics at Ajman University, Fujairah Campus. Students' performance of direct IANB including ability to perceive bone touch, frequency of positive aspirations, and success rate were reported. RESULTS Students reported feeling bone contact in 148 (72.9%), 43 (21.2%), and 12 (5.9%) of the first, second, and third attempts during the IANB, respectively. Positive aspiration was found in 46 (22.7%) of the injections. The success was in 195 (96.1%) of the total injections. Spearman's correlation coefficient indicated that there was no significant correlation between the success rate and the result of aspiration (rho = .054, p = .440). Additionally, there was no correlation between attempts to touch the bone and the outcome of the aspiration (rho = -.091, p = .198) or success rate (rho = -.083, p = .240). CONCLUSION There is a relatively high success rate of direct IANB technique among dental students. This confirms the inclusion of this technique in the curriculum. Furthermore, the high rate of positive aspiration reflects the awareness and competency of dental students with the aspiration technique. In turn, this will reduce the failure of anaesthesia and the subsequent systemic complications.
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- Mohammed Amjed Alsaegh
- Department of Oral and Craniofacial Health Sciences, College of Dental Medicine, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, UAE
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, College of Dentistry, Ajman University, Fujairah, UAE
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Roi CI, Roi A, Nicoară A, Motofelea AC, Riviș M. Retromolar Triangle Anesthesia Technique: A Feasible Alternative to Classic? J Clin Med 2023; 12:5829. [PMID: 37762770 PMCID: PMC10532414 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12185829] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2023] [Revised: 08/31/2023] [Accepted: 09/06/2023] [Indexed: 09/29/2023] Open
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Anesthetic techniques play an important role in the outcome of the therapeutic procedures in dentistry. Although inferior alveolar nerve block (IANB) anesthesia is currently the most often used, there are situations that imply the need of an alternative anesthesia technique to overcome the potential risks and complications. The aim of the study was to evaluate the efficacy of the retromolar triangle anesthesia technique in achieving the desired nerve block, while evaluating the duration of the anesthesia for the included cases. METHODS The present prospective study included 50 subjects that had indication of inferior molar extraction. The performed anesthesia technique for these cases was the retromolar triangle approach, and the analyzed parameters for evaluating the efficacy of this anesthesia technique were the positive nerve block of the branches involved in the area (inferior alveolar, buccal, and lingual nerves) and the duration of the anesthesia. RESULTS The efficiency of the retromolar triangle anesthesia technique was positive in 64% of the cases for the inferior alveolar nerve, 46% of the cases for the lingual nerve, and 22% of the cases for the buccal nerve. The duration of the anesthesia revealed a mean value of 72.4 min, suggesting that the duration is an essential factor in its effectiveness. CONCLUSIONS Retromolar triangle anesthesia can be a viable option for clinicians, offering a simple and easy approach for the management of clinical cases.
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- Ciprian Ioan Roi
- Department of Anesthesiology and Oral Surgery, “Victor Babeș” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Sq. No. 2, 300041 Timișoara, Romania; (C.I.R.); (A.N.); (M.R.)
- Multidisciplinary Center for Research, Evaluation, Diagnosis and Therapies in Oral Medicine, “Victor Babeș” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Sq. No. 2, 300041 Timișoara, Romania
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- Multidisciplinary Center for Research, Evaluation, Diagnosis and Therapies in Oral Medicine, “Victor Babeș” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Sq. No. 2, 300041 Timișoara, Romania
- Department of Oral Pathology, “Victor Babeș” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Sq. No. 2, 300041 Timișoara, Romania
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Oral Surgery, “Victor Babeș” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Sq. No. 2, 300041 Timișoara, Romania; (C.I.R.); (A.N.); (M.R.)
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, “Victor Babeș” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 300041 Timișoara, Romania;
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Oral Surgery, “Victor Babeș” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Sq. No. 2, 300041 Timișoara, Romania; (C.I.R.); (A.N.); (M.R.)
- Multidisciplinary Center for Research, Evaluation, Diagnosis and Therapies in Oral Medicine, “Victor Babeș” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Eftimie Murgu Sq. No. 2, 300041 Timișoara, Romania
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Maoxia W, Anchun M. A digital workflow for the inferior alveolar nerve block in the edentulous mandible. J Prosthet Dent 2023; 130:141-145. [PMID: 34862084 DOI: 10.1016/j.prosdent.2021.10.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2021] [Revised: 10/27/2021] [Accepted: 10/27/2021] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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The inferior alveolar nerve block is the most frequently used anesthetic method for implant placement in the completely edentulous mandible. However, achieving a successful inferior alveolar nerve block in edentulous mandibles is challenging. The present clinical report describes a novel digital workflow for precise local anesthetic injections at the mandibular foramen.
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- Wang Maoxia
- Doctoral student, State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & Department of Oral Implantology, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, PR China
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- Professor, State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & Department of Oral Implantology, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, PR China.
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Altorisy A, Ahmad MZ. Assessing Confidence Levels in Endodontic Procedures Among Senior Undergraduate Dental Students at Qassim University, Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Observational Study. Cureus 2023; 15:e43649. [PMID: 37719548 PMCID: PMC10505051 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.43649] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/17/2023] [Indexed: 09/19/2023] Open
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Background This study aimed to determine the confidence of senior dental students in Qassim University's undergraduate dentistry program in Saudi Arabia regarding their capacity to perform endodontic procedures. The study's objective was to pinpoint areas of weakness and offer suggestions for potential improvement of endodontic and clinical training for dental students. Methodology Using anonymous survey forms, 120 senior dental students were surveyed. Students' self-reported levels of confidence in performing various endodontic procedures, such as periapical radiographs, rubber dam placement, endodontically treated tooth restoration, anesthesia, broken instrument removal, and endodontic retreatment, were studied in this survey. A Likert-style rating scale of 1 to 5 was used in the survey, with 1 denoting high confidence and 5 denoting low confidence. Results The majority of senior dental students at Qassim University reported high levels of confidence in taking periapical radiographs, with 64.04% indicating a high level of confidence. The second most assured field was rubber dam installation, with 47.6% of students expressing high levels of assurance. Confidence levels were noticeably lower during more difficult procedures such as endodontic retreatment and the removal of broken instruments. While 12% of students expressed high confidence in endodontic retreatment, only 3.46% of students expressed high confidence in removing broken instruments. According to Pearson's correlation (r = 0.352, p = 0.001), there was a significant and favorable correlation between competency level and confidence in performing various endodontic procedure-related steps. Conclusions The study's findings suggest that senior dentistry students at Qassim University might benefit from additional training and assistance in some endodontic treatment areas. The lack of confidence displayed during more challenging procedures, such as the removal of broken instruments and endodontic retreatment, demonstrates the need for additional training and supervision in such cases. The results of this study may be useful for educators in other dental colleges who wish to consider developing new teaching techniques, utilizing simulators and digital learning tools, and increasing opportunities for hands-on training and supervision to improve dental students' self-confidence and skills.
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- Abdullah Altorisy
- Restorative Dentistry, Qassim University College of Dentistry in Ar Rass, Al Rass, SAU
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- Restorative Dentistry, Qassim University College of Dentistry in Ar Rass, Al Rass, SAU
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Al-Sebaei M, Sindi MA. A Knowledge and Practice Survey Among Dentists in Saudi Arabia Analysing Myths and Misconceptions in Dentistry and Oral Surgery: What Do Dentists Believe? Cureus 2023; 15:e36625. [PMID: 37155434 PMCID: PMC10122836 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.36625] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/24/2023] [Indexed: 05/10/2023] Open
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Introduction To ensure safe and effective practice, dental practitioners must stay up-to-date with all scientific updates involving their profession. In this regard, many outdated myths and misconceptions may be persistently believed and practiced. This study aimed to examine dental misconceptions circulating among dentists in Saudi Arabia. Methods An electronic survey was administered to Saudi Arabian dental practitioners classified and registered with the Saudi Commission of Health Specialties. It collected their demographics, career and experience details, and responses to 16 questions that targeted different myths. Logistic regression was used to analyze factors associated with their knowledge. Results A total of 519 dentists answered the survey, of which 54% were male with a mean age of 32 ± 9 years and a mean practice of 7 ± 8 years. More than half (57%) practiced general dentistry. In most (69%) of the questions, 40% of the respondents answered incorrectly. The proportion of incorrect answers to some questions reached 62%. Years of teaching, years in practice, and doctor rank had no association with the knowledge score. Conversely, the type of practice and specialty had multiple statistically significant associations (p < 0.05). Conclusion This study shows that many myths, despite being debunked for more than 20 years, are still circulating among Saudi Arabian dentists, including many young dentists. Academic institutions must urgently address these concepts and the science that disproves them; dentists must implement up-to-date, evidence-based knowledge in their practice.
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- Maisa Al-Sebaei
- Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, King Abdulaziz University (KAU), Jeddah, SAU
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Lamira JM, Wilson CS, Leppek NC, Orr CM, De la Rosa LM, Greany TJ. A pilot study of local anesthesia training using a mixed‐reality haptic fidelity model. J Dent Educ 2022; 87:583-591. [PMID: 36479700 DOI: 10.1002/jdd.13151] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2022] [Revised: 11/09/2022] [Accepted: 11/19/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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PURPOSE/OBJECTIVES One of the most difficult local anesthetic blocks to master in dentistry is the inferior alveolar nerve block (IANB). Historically, dental students have practiced local anesthesia on one another. At the University of Colorado, these practice sessions have been limited to one required laboratory session. The predictability and confidence of student IANB success have not been high in the past. Therefore, the objective of this study was to investigate the impact of a novel IANB simulator, built on a three dimensional (3D)-printed mixed-reality haptic model, for second-year dental students to practice on prior to their laboratory session. METHODS Thirty-nine student participants volunteered to practice with the IANB simulator. Participants were divided into two groups, Group A and Group B. Self-reported confidence and injection-specific accuracy were measured during IANB simulator practice and the laboratory session. During lab, partner numbness was assessed as a measure of IANB success. Groups A (n = 20) and B (n = 19) practiced with the simulator before and after laboratory, respectively. Injection domains were not assessed during Group B's practice with the IANB simulator. RESULTS Self-reported confidence increased for both groups (p < 0.001). However, for anesthetic success, Group A exhibited significantly greater success (52.6%) than Group B (17.6%) (p = 0.029). CONCLUSION Self-reported confidence in performing an IANB improved and higher anesthetic success was achieved for Group A. Further investigation is necessary to determine the long-term impact of using the IANB simulator in dental education.
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- Jensine M. Lamira
- Department of Cellular and Developmental BiologySchool of Medicine at University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Aurora Colorado USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering at Tulane University New Orleans Louisiana USA
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- Department of Cellular and Developmental BiologySchool of Medicine at University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Aurora Colorado USA
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- Department of Cellular and Developmental BiologySchool of Medicine at University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Aurora Colorado USA
- Department of Anthropology University of Colorado Denver Aurora Colorado USA
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- Department of Surgical Dentistry, Division of Periodontics School of Dental Medicine at University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Aurora Colorado USA
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- Department of Restorative Dentistry, School of Dental Medicine; Department of Cellular and Developmental Biology School of Medicine at University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Aurora Colorado USA
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Singh NR, Mishra L, Pawar AM, Kurniawati N, Wahjuningrum DA. Comparative evaluation of the effect of two pulpal medicaments on pain and bleeding status of mandibular molars with irreversible pulpitis post-failure of inferior alveolar nerve block: a double-blind, randomized, clinical trial. PeerJ 2022; 10:e13397. [PMID: 35586130 PMCID: PMC9109695 DOI: 10.7717/peerj.13397] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2021] [Accepted: 04/16/2022] [Indexed: 01/14/2023] Open
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Background Complete relief of pain due to irreversible pulpitis is challenging to obtain with analgesic medications. The high incidence of an inferior alveolar nerve block (IANB) failure makes it difficult for practitioners to perform endodontic treatment without implementing other anesthetic techniques, especially mandibular molars. The aim of this study was to compare efficacies of two different quantities of paraformaldehyde based pulpal medicaments to relieve the pain and control hyperemic pulp post-failure of IANB and supplementary technique in patients experiencing this symptomatic irreversible pulpitis in the permanent mandibular tooth. Method Eighty-two participants with severe pain pre-operatively (Heft Parker Visual Analogue Scale, VAS > 114 mm) were enrolled, and pain responses were recorded at different time intervals using the Heft Parker visual analogue scale. To the patients experiencing pain even after the administration of the standard IANB and supplemental intraligamentary injection, one of the two paraformaldehyde based pulpal medicaments was placed in the pulp chamber and sealed. Participants were recalled after 24-48 h (second visit) to assess pain and bleeding reduction. Results Results showed a significant decrease in pain severity and bleeding score post medicament placement (p < .05). Hence judicious use within a recommended period, pulpal medicaments can be considered safe. Conclusion Paraformaldehyde based pulpal medicament can be used as an alternative to manage pain in patients having severe irreversible pulpitis and hyperalgesia.
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- Naomi Ranjan Singh
- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endoodntics, Institute of Dental Sciences, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endoodntics, Institute of Dental Sciences, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry and Endoodntics, Nair Hospital Dental College, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Universitas Airlingga, Surabaya City, East Java, Indonesia
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- Department of Conservative Dentistry, Faculty of Dental Medicine, Universitas Airlingga, Surabaya City, East Java, Indonesia
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Sarfaraz I, Pascoal S, Macedo JP, Salgado A, Rasheed D, Pereira J. Anesthetic efficacy of Gow-Gates versus inferior alveolar nerve block for irreversible pulpitis: a systematic quantitative review. J Dent Anesth Pain Med 2021; 21:269-282. [PMID: 34395896 PMCID: PMC8349670 DOI: 10.17245/jdapm.2021.21.4.269] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2021] [Revised: 06/29/2021] [Accepted: 07/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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This review aimed to assess and compare the outcomes of the anesthetic efficacy of inferior alveolar nerve block (IANB) and Gow-Gates mandibular nerve block (GGMNB) in patients with symptomatic irreversible pulpitis. A descriptive systematic review of quantitative research was conducted wherein the “Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews (PRISMA)” was adopted, and the Problem/Patient/Population, Intervention/Indicator, Comparison, Outcome (PICO) criteria were used to structure the research question. A literature search was performed using PubMed/Medline, Cochrane Library, Google Scholar, and Ovid. Selection criteria were applied for populations over nine years of age, of either sex, with irreversible pulpitis, and articles published in English regarding conventional IANB or IANB and Gow-Gates techniques between 2009 and 2019. Prospective randomized clinical trials or randomized controlled trials were included in the review, in which anesthetic efficacy or success was measured. After screening, four articles were included. Three studies were randomized clinical trials, and two were randomized controlled trials. The validity and reliability of the individual studies were examined. There was evidence of the higher efficacy of the GGMNB technique than that of the IANB technique. However, both techniques can be mastered through training.
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- Ifrah Sarfaraz
- University Fernando Pessoa, Faculty of Health Sciences, Porto, Portugal
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- University Institute of Health Sciences, IUCS-CESPU, Gandra PRD, Portugal
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- University Fernando Pessoa, Faculty of Health Sciences, Porto, Portugal.,CU Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine and Oral Implantology, UFP, Porto, Portugal
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- University Fernando Pessoa, Faculty of Health Sciences, Porto, Portugal.,CU Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine and Oral Implantology, UFP, Porto, Portugal
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- Bahria University Medical and Dental College, Karachi, Pakistan
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- University Fernando Pessoa, Faculty of Health Sciences, Porto, Portugal.,CU Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine and Oral Implantology, UFP, Porto, Portugal
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Gago-García A, Barrilero-Martin C, Alobera-Gracia MÁ, Del Canto-Pingarrón M, Seco-Calvo J. Efficacy of phentolamine mesylate in reducing the duration of various local anesthetics. J Dent Anesth Pain Med 2021; 21:49-59. [PMID: 33585684 PMCID: PMC7871185 DOI: 10.17245/jdapm.2021.21.1.49] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2020] [Revised: 12/30/2020] [Accepted: 01/03/2021] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Background To evaluate changes in the effectiveness of phentolamine mesylate in combination with different local anesthetics (LAs) and vasoconstrictors. A prospective randomized double-blind study was conducted with 90 patients divided into three groups, with each group being administered one of three different LAs: lidocaine 2% 1/80,000, articaine 4% 1/200,000, and bupivacaine 0.5% 1/200,000. Methods We compared treatments administered to the mandible involving a LA blockade of the inferior alveolar nerve. Results were assessed by evaluating reduction in total duration of anesthesia, self-reported patient comfort using the visual analog pain scale, incidence rates of the most common adverse effects, overall patient satisfaction, and patient feedback. Results The differences among the three groups were highly significant (P < 0.001); time under anesthesia was especially reduced for both the lip and tongue with bupivacaine. The following adverse effects were reported: pain at the site of the anesthetic injection (11.1%), headaches (6.7%), tachycardia (1.1%), and heavy bleeding after treatment (3.3%). The patients' feedback and satisfaction ratings were 100% and 98.9%, respectively. Conclusions Efficient reversal of LAs is useful in dentistry as it allows patients to return to normal life more readily and avoid common self-injuries sometimes caused by anesthesia. Phentolamine mesylate reduced the duration of anesthesia in the three studied groups, with the highest reduction reported in the bupivacaine group (from 460 min to 230 min for the lip and 270 min for the tongue [P < 0.001]).
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- Institute of Biomedicine (IBIOMED), University of León, León, Spain; Visiting Researcher of University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU), Leoia, Spain
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Influence of Lignocaine Hydrochloride with Adrenaline on Free Active Chlorine Content of Sodium Hypochlorite Solution Admixed in Various Proportions. Eur Endod J 2021; 6:117-121. [PMID: 33531450 PMCID: PMC8056803 DOI: 10.14744/eej.2020.52523] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Objective: Local anaesthetic solution that is commonly employed for supplemental intrapulpal injection (IPI) may routinely come in contact with subsequently used sodium hypochlorite (NaOCl) during endodontic treatment of symptomatic irreversible pulpitis cases. This in vitro study investigated the available free active chlorine (FAC) content of 3% NaOCl after mixing with 2% lignocaine hydrochloride with adrenaline (LA) solution in three different proportions using iodometric titration analysis. Methods: Aliquots of 3% NaOCl (control) in different measures (30 mL, 27 mL, 21 mL and 15 mL) served as the effective concentrate of various proportions of NaOCl admixed with the test solutions, i.e., demineralised water (DM) and LA. The mixed aliquots containing NaOCl-DM and NaOCl-LA combination solutions admixed in various proportions (9:1, 7:3 and 1:1 w/v) respectively served as the experimental groups. Iodometric titration was performed to determine the FAC of each independent solution.The results were then evaluated using one-way ANOVA and Tukey’s post hoc analysis to determine the differences between various groups and amongst the individual admixtures. The level of significance was set at P<0.05. Results: Inter-group comparisons revealed statistically significant differences (P<0.05) between all the test groups. An intra-group analysis revealed significant differences (P<0.05) in group 2, whereas no differences (P>0.05) were observed in group 3. Further, there was a dose dependent reduction in FAC content in both the experimental groups with lowest FAC values were observed in 1:1 solution admixtures followed by 7:3 and 9:1 proportions. Conclusion: There was a significant reduction in NaOCl FAC content when admixed with lignocaine HCl even in small proportions. Hence, adequate measures should be taken to remove the residual LA from the pulpal space, before the use of NaOCl after IPI administration.
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Sayphiboun P, Boonsiriseth K, Mahardawi B, Pairuchvej V, Bhattarai BP, Wongsirichat N. The anesthetic efficiency of retromolar infiltrations with two local anesthetic solutions of the same concentration in lower third molar surgery. J Dent Anesth Pain Med 2020; 20:137-146. [PMID: 32617408 PMCID: PMC7321737 DOI: 10.17245/jdapm.2020.20.3.137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2020] [Revised: 05/16/2020] [Accepted: 06/08/2020] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Background Mandibular third molar removal is the most common surgical procedure encountered in oral and maxillofacial clinics. It also presents the greatest challenges and controversies for surgeons when surgical removal is considered. Furthermore, diverse anesthesia results and success rates are achieved after using the same concentrations of different solutions or the same amounts of local anesthetics. The purpose of this study was to examine the efficiency of using double-cartridge (3.4 ml) 4% lidocaine (high concentration) and 4% articaine with a 1:100000 epinephrine infiltration in the retromolar region for impacted lower third molar surgery. Methods This double-blind study included 30 patients with symmetrically impacted lower third molars. The patients were randomly selected to receive 4% articaine on one side and 4% lidocaine on the other, as a local anesthetic for third molar surgery. The onset, duration of soft-tissue numbness, pulpal sensitivity, amount of additional local anesthetic needed, pain score during the surgical procedure, and duration of the operation were recorded. Results The results of this research indicate that 86.7% of the operations in the 4% articaine group and 83.3% of those in the 4% lidocaine group were successful. Furthermore, the outcomes in both groups were not statistically significant (P > 0.05). Numbness onset occurred faster in the articaine group than it did in the lidocaine group. However, the duration of soft-tissue anesthesia and pain scores recorded immediately postoperatively were similar. Conclusion It is concluded that 4% lidocaine and 4% articaine had a similar infiltration efficacy in the retromolar region and both local anesthetics are adequate for impacted lower third molar surgery. There were no statistically significant differences between the two local anesthetics regarding pain control and the duration of soft-tissue numbness during the procedure.
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- Phouthala Sayphiboun
- Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Faculty of Dentistry, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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Wong G, Apthorpe HC, Ruiz K, Nanayakkara S. Student-to-Student Dental Local Anesthetic Preclinical Training: Impact on Students' Confidence and Anxiety in Clinical Practice. J Dent Educ 2019; 83:56-63. [PMID: 30600250 DOI: 10.21815/jde.019.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2018] [Accepted: 06/30/2018] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Effective dental local anesthetic administration forms the basis of pain-free dentistry; therefore, the application of theoretical knowledge and the ability to deliver injections safely and competently are vital aspects of student learning. Student- to-student administration of the first local anesthetic injection has been a traditional method for preclinical training. The aim of this study was to evaluate oral health students' perceived value of such practice and the impact on their level of anxiety and confidence in giving their first injections to patients. A sequential mixed-methods cohort study design was used. After their local anesthesia training, all 42 second-year students in the oral health program at the Sydney Dental School, University of Sydney, Australia, in 2016-17 were asked to complete five short questionnaires. All 42 students completed each questionnaire, after which seven of them participated in a voluntary focus group. The students reported that they valued the one-on-one feedback from the educators during student-to-student preclinical training. The students' primary concern was the possible pain and discomfort that may arise when they perform the first infiltration or inferior alveolar nerve block injections on patients. Most students reported they felt "a little nervous" and experienced a similar level of confidence in administering the two types of injections. The oral health students valued the experiential learning of student-to-student preclinical dental local anaesthetic training. Students' level of anxiety and confidence was affected by the age of patients and type of local anesthetic injections. The level of anxiety students experienced was negatively correlated with their confidence in giving first local anesthetic injections to patients. Further investigation is needed to determine if this level changes with more clinical experience.
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- Grace Wong
- Grace Wong is Lecturer, Sydney Dental School, University of Sydney; Heather C. Apthorpe is Lecturer, Sydney Dental School, University of Sydney; Kate Ruiz is Research Associate and Clinical Educator, Sydney Dental School, University of Sydney; and Shanika Nanayakkara is Lecturer, Sydney Dental School, University of Sydney.
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- Grace Wong is Lecturer, Sydney Dental School, University of Sydney; Heather C. Apthorpe is Lecturer, Sydney Dental School, University of Sydney; Kate Ruiz is Research Associate and Clinical Educator, Sydney Dental School, University of Sydney; and Shanika Nanayakkara is Lecturer, Sydney Dental School, University of Sydney
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- Grace Wong is Lecturer, Sydney Dental School, University of Sydney; Heather C. Apthorpe is Lecturer, Sydney Dental School, University of Sydney; Kate Ruiz is Research Associate and Clinical Educator, Sydney Dental School, University of Sydney; and Shanika Nanayakkara is Lecturer, Sydney Dental School, University of Sydney
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- Grace Wong is Lecturer, Sydney Dental School, University of Sydney; Heather C. Apthorpe is Lecturer, Sydney Dental School, University of Sydney; Kate Ruiz is Research Associate and Clinical Educator, Sydney Dental School, University of Sydney; and Shanika Nanayakkara is Lecturer, Sydney Dental School, University of Sydney
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Badr N, Aps J. Efficacy of dental local anesthetics: A review. J Dent Anesth Pain Med 2018; 18:319-332. [PMID: 30637342 PMCID: PMC6323041 DOI: 10.17245/jdapm.2018.18.6.319] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2018] [Revised: 11/26/2018] [Accepted: 11/26/2018] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
Abstract
The objective of this review was to investigate the efficacy of dental local anesthetics, as it is well known among clinicians that local anesthesia may be challenging in some circumstances. Therefore, the focus of this review was on the efficacy of the products used in dental local anesthesia. In a Pubmed database literature search conducted, a total of 8646 articles were found to be related to dental local anesthetics. After having applied the inclusion criteria (human research, performed in the last 10 years, written in English language, and focus on dental local anesthetics) and having assessed the quality of the papers, 30 were deemed eligible for inclusion in this review. The conclusion of this review is that none of the dental local anesthetic amides provide 100% anesthesia. The problem appears to be more pronounced when mandibular teeth are attempted to be anaesthetized and especially if there is irreversible pulpitis involved. The authors conclude that this finding suggest exploration of more efficient techniques to administer dental local anesthesia, especially in the mandible, to establish a 100% efficacy, is needed.
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Affiliation(s)
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- University of Western Australia, Division of Oral Diagnostics and Surgical Sciences, Perth, Australia
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