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Single tooth anesthesia versus conventional anesthesia: a cross-over study.
Vincenzo Campanella1, Antonio Libonati2, Roberto Nardi1
1Department of Clinical and Translational Medicine, Tor Vergata University of Rome, Rome, Italy.
Clinical Oral Investigations
|March 12, 2018
Summary
The Wand Injection System (Single Tooth Anesthesia) significantly reduced injection pain and post-operative discomfort compared to conventional dental anesthesia. This electronic device offers a more comfortable experience for patients undergoing dental procedures.
Area of Science:
- Dental Anesthesiology
- Medical Device Technology
Background:
- Conventional dental anesthesia delivery can cause patient anxiety and discomfort.
- Electronic anesthesia devices aim to improve patient experience and injection efficacy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the Wand Injection System (Single Tooth Anesthesia - STA) with conventional anesthesia methods.
- Evaluate differences in pain, post-operative discomfort, anesthetic efficacy, and patient anxiety.
Main Methods:
- A cross-over study involving 80 adults comparing STA with conventional syringe anesthesia.
- Utilized a split-mouth design, Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) for pain/discomfort, and physiological monitoring.
- Analyzed differences in pain, efficacy, vital signs, and anxiety using Student's t test.
Main Results:
- The Wand (STA) showed significantly lower mean injection pain and post-operative discomfort.
- No significant difference in anesthetic efficacy was observed between the two methods.
- Physiological parameters (heart rate, blood pressure) were lower during STA administration.
Conclusions:
- Single Tooth Anesthesia (STA) using the Wand Injection System reduces pain and discomfort.
- STA is a viable and potentially more comfortable alternative to conventional dental anesthesia techniques.
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