EFFECT OF SUPER PEN COMPUTER-CONTROLLED INTRALIGAMENTARY INJECTION ON PAIN PERCEPTION IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS UNDERGOING EXTRACTION OF PRIMARY MOLARS

EFFECT OF SUPER PEN COMPUTER-CONTROLLED INTRALIGAMENTARY INJECTION ON PAIN PERCEPTION IN PEDIATRIC PATIENTS UNDERGOING EXTRACTION OF PRIMARY MOLARS (RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED CLINICAL TRIAL)

The aim of this study to evaluate the effectiveness of CC-ILA using Super pen in eliminating pain during the extraction of mandibular primary molars, compared to the conventional Inferior Alveolar Nerve Block (IANB).

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age 5-7 years.
• Children free from systemic diseases or special healthcare needs (ASAI).14
• No previous negative dental experiences.15
• Positive or definitely positive preoperative behaviour, according to the Frankl Behaviour Rating Scale (scores 3 or 4) (Appendix I).16
• Mandibular primary molars indicated for extraction.17,18
• Parental consent to participate in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Root resorption exceeding one-third of root length or signs of mobility.
• Fractured roots
• Ankylosed roots.
• Active infection or pathosis at the injection site.
• History of allergy to local anesthetics.