A Comparative Evaluation of Pain Perception and Comfort of a Patient Using Conventional Syringe and Buzzy System

JOURNAL TITLE: International Journal of Clinical Pediatric Dentistry

Author
1. Pooja Mishra
2. Thejavinuo Suohu
3. Swati Sharma
ISSN
0974-7052
DOI
10.5005/jp-journals-10005-1731
Volume
13
Issue
1
Publishing Year
2020
Pages
4
Author Affiliations
    1. Department of Pedodontics, Mahatma Gandhi Dental College, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
    1. Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Dental Institute, Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences, Ranchi, Jharkhand, India
    1. Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry Mahatma Gandhi Dental College and Hospital, Mahatma Gandhi University of Medical Sciences and Technology, Jaipur Rajasthan, India.
  • Article keywords
    Buzzy system, Conventional syringe, Pain perception

    Abstract

    Aim and objective: To evaluate the pain perception and comfort of patient during local anesthesia (LA) delivery using Buzzy system and conventional syringe. Materials and methods: Fifty children aged 5 to 10 years were randomly divided into two groups, the main inclusion criteria being administration of LA for dental treatment. Parameters include Wong Baker face pain reading scale (WBFPRS) for subjective evaluation and pulse oximeter and face leg activity crying consolability (FLACC) scale for objective evaluation. The values obtained were statistically analyzed. Results: FLACC score was higher in conventional group as compared to the Buzzy group, which was statistically significant. Conclusion: External cold and vibration via Buzzy can reduce pain and anxiety during LA delivery.

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