Laser Treatment for Pain After Dental Work in Kids
Author Information
Author(s): Angolkar Yashaswini S., Kulkarni Sadanand, Yavagal Chandrashekar M., Yavagal Puja C., Bhosle Umesh, Patil Viplavi Chavan, Almalki Sultan Abdulrahman, Gowdar Inderjit Murugendrappa, Gufran Khalid
Primary Institution: Maratha Mandal’s Nathajirao G. Halgekar Institute of Dental Sciences & Research Centre
Hypothesis
The study aimed to assess the effectiveness of laser photobiomodulation (PBM) in reducing postoperative pain following single-visit endodontic treatment in children aged 5–9 years.
Conclusion
Laser photobiomodulation (PBM) was found to be effective in reducing postoperative pain following single-visit endodontic treatment in children.
Supporting Evidence
- The PBM group showed significantly lower pain scores compared to the control group at the 4th, 12th, and 24th hours post-treatment.
- Pain levels remained stable over time in the PBM group, with no significant difference in pain scores from 4 to 48 hours.
- In the placebo group, pain gradually decreased from the 4th to the 48th hour, indicating a different pain management trajectory.
Takeaway
Using a special laser can help kids feel less pain after getting dental work done. It's a safe way to make them more comfortable without needing medicine.
Methodology
The study involved 40 children aged 5–9 years with acute irreversible pulpitis, randomly assigned to receive either laser PBM or a placebo treatment after pulpectomy, with pain assessed using a Visual Analog Scale at multiple time points.
Potential Biases
The study was not blinded for participants and investigators, which could introduce bias.
Limitations
Pain measurement is subjective, and the anatomical characteristics of treated teeth could influence pain intensity.
Participant Demographics
Children aged 5–9 years, with a mix of male and female participants.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p ≤ 0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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