Comparing two anesthesia techniques for painful dental procedures
Comparison of Anesthetic Efficacy of Mental Nerve Block Versus Inferior Alveolar Nerve Block in Mandibular Anterior Teeth and Premolars in Symptomatic Irreversible Pulpitis- A Randomized Clinical Trial
This study is testing which of two anesthesia methods works better to relieve pain during dental procedures for people with severe tooth pain.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 96 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Prime Foundation Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa) |
| Trial ID | NCT06333730 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial compares the effectiveness of two anesthesia techniques, the mental nerve block and the inferior alveolar nerve block, in providing pain relief for patients with symptomatic irreversible pulpitis affecting mandibular anterior teeth and premolars. A total of 96 participants will be randomly assigned to receive one of the two anesthesia methods using 2% lidocaine with adrenaline. The study aims to determine which technique offers better pain management during dental procedures. Inclusion criteria focus on patients experiencing sharp pain and bleeding during access opening, while those with contraindications or multiple tooth pain are excluded.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals with mandibular premolars or lower anterior teeth experiencing sharp, persistent pain due to symptomatic irreversible pulpitis.
Not a fit: Patients with medical contraindications to local anesthetics, those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, or those experiencing pain in more than one tooth may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance pain management strategies for dental procedures, improving patient comfort and outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown varying success with similar anesthesia techniques, but this specific comparison is novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Participants with mandibular premolars or lower anterior * Experiencing sharp and persistent pain in response to thermal stimuli and an electric pulp tester * Bleeding during access opening Exclusion Criteria: * Participants with a medical history * Allergies or contraindications to the local anesthetic * Pregnant or breastfeeding women * Patient taking pain-affecting medication * Patient experiencing pain in more than one tooth
Where this trial is running
Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
- Peshawar Dental College — Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Iftikhar Akbar, FCPS, CHIPE
- Email: driftikhar156@hotmail.com
- Phone: 00923479368676
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.