Pediatric dentistry
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Pediatric dentistry · Jan 2004
Randomized Controlled Trial Clinical TrialEffect of submucosal midazolam on behavior and physiologic response when combined with oral chloral hydrate and nitrous oxide sedation.
This study was designed to examine the efficacy and safety of submucosal (SM) midazolam and oral chloral hydrate (CH) when used for pediatric conscious sedation in a clinical dental environment. ⋯ SM midazolam improved the quality of sedation without compromising safety. Quiet behavior was increased and struggling behavior was decreased. In addition, mean HR, RR, and BP analysis did not deviate from the norm for this age group.
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This study examined the clinical effects of nitrous oxide conscious sedation on children. ⋯ There are observable signs and perceived symptoms of nitrous oxide conscious sedation in children. In addition, nitrous oxide at a concentration of 50% has a small but significant effect on the psychomotor ability of children.
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Pediatric dentistry · Sep 2003
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study Clinical TrialComparison of the efficacy of oral midazolam alone versus midazolam and meperidine in the pediatric dental patient.
The purpose of this study was to compare midazolam alone (Group A: 1 mg/kg) vs midazolam plus meperidine (Group B: 0.5 and 1 mg/kg, respectively) in regard to physiology and behavior of young children sedated for dental restorative care. ⋯ Oral midazolam alone is just as effective as midazolam with meperidine. Disruptive behaviors accounted for increased heart rates.
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Pediatric dentistry · Jul 2003
Comparative Study Clinical Trial Controlled Clinical TrialChildren's preference of benzocaine gel versus the lidocaine patch.
This study compared pain, acceptance, and preference associated with 2 topical anesthetics: benzocaine gel and lidocaine patch (DentiPatch). ⋯ The lidocaine patch was associated with some objective evidence of reduced pain compared to the gel and was preferred by most children.