Comparative Evaluation of Laser and Ibuprofen on the Success of Inferior Alveolar Nerve Block in Irreversible Pulpitis. A Clinical Study
Journal Title: International Journal of Contemporary Medical Research - Year 2018, Vol 5, Issue 8
Abstract
Introduction: Pain control during endodontic treatment in irreversible pulpitis cases with inferior alveolar nerve block is difficult, more-so in the case of mandibular molars. The present study evaluated the effect of premedication with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug and low level laser therpy on local anaesthesia during endodontic treatment. Material and methods: 150 patients (50 per group) with irreversible pulpitis were 600 mg ibuprofen, or low level laser irradiation and placebo 1 hour before local anesthesia. Each patient recorded their pain score on a visual analog scale before taking the medication, 15 minutes after anesthesia in response to a cold test, during access cavity preparation and during root canal instrumentation. No or mild pain at any stage was considered a success. Data were analyzed by the chi-square and analysis of variance tests. Results: Overall success rates for, ibuprofen, and low level laser and placebo were 76%, 60%, and 34%, respectively (p < 0.001). Ibuprofen and low level laser were significantly better than placebo (p < 0.01). There was no difference between ibuprofen and laser (p = 0.24). Conclusions: Premedication with ibuprofen and low level laser significantly increased the success rates of inferior alveolar nerve block anesthesia for teeth with irreversible pulpitis.
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Shahnaz Nabi, Ajaz Masoodi, Riyaz Farooq, Aamir Rashid, Fayaz Ahmad
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