Effects of Articaine Computer-controlled and Conventional Delivery for Anterior and Middle Superior Alveolar Nerve Block for Tooth Extraction

University of Belgrade

Overview

The purpose of this study was to investigate and compare pulpal anesthesia and cardiovascular parameters obtained with 0.6 ml of 4% articaine with epinephrine (1:100.000) for anterior and middle superior alveolar nerve (AMSA) block performed by standard and computer-controlled delivery for maxillary teeth extraction.

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Purpose

TREATMENT

Masking

QUADRUPLE

Conditions

Local Anesthesia

Interventions

Computer controlled 4% articaine delivery by AnaejectDRUG

Single dose of 0.6ml 4% articaine with epinephrine (1:100.000) delivered by computer controlled local anesthetic delivery system (Anaeject)

Conventional 4% articaine delivery by carpule syringeDRUG

Single dose of 0.6ml 4% articaine with epinephrine (1:100.000) delivered by conventional syringe (carpule syringe).

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 18 YearsMax age: 65 YearsHealthy volunteers:

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Inclusion Criteria: * ASA 1 * maxillary incisors canines or premolars indicated for extraction due to periapical pathology, root fracture or orthodontic treatment Exclusion Criteria: * allergies to local anesthetic solution ingredients, food and drugs * alcohol and drugs abuse * heavy tobacco smoking

Locations (1)

School of Dental Medicine, University of Belgrade

Belgrade, Serbia