Int Dent J
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Efficacy comparison of periapical infiltration injection of dexamethasone, morphine and placebo for postoperative endodontic pain.
To evaluate the efficacy of periapical infiltration injection of dexamethasone and morphine in reducing postoperative endodontic pain. ⋯ Periapical infiltration of dexamethasone and morphine led to a considerable decrease in postoperative endodontic pain during the first 24 h after operation. Dexamethasone was more effective than morphine in pain reduction.