Effectiveness of Digital Anesthesia Versus Conventional Techniques in Reducing Pain and Anxiety in Children
Summary
This multicenter randomized controlled clinical trial was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of digital anesthesia using a computer-controlled intraosseous system (SleeperOne 5®) compared to traditional local anesthesia techniques (infiltration and mandibular block) in paediatric dental patients. A total of 79 children aged 6-12 years were randomly assigned to one of three groups. Pain perception, anxiety levels, and behavioral responses were assessed using validated tools including the Wong-Baker FACES Pain Scale, the Modified Child Dental Anxiety Scale (MCDAS), and the FLACC behavioral scale. The study aimed to determine whether digital anesthesia could provide a less painful and less anxiety-inducing experience for children during dental treatment. Findings may support broader clinical adoption of computer-assisted anesthetic delivery in paediatric dentistry.
Timeline
- Start
- 2025-01-08
- Primary completion
- 2025-04-01
- Completion
- 2025-04-01
Drugs
| Evaluation | Drug | Modality | Dose | Route |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comparator | Benzocaine | Small molecule | — | Topical |
| Comparator | Epinephrine | Other / unclassified | — | Other |
| Comparator | Lidocaine | Other / unclassified | 1 ml | Other |
Indications
No indication recorded.