Effect of a Vibration System on Pain Reduction during Injection of Dental Anesthesia in Children: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Background. The ‘‘gate control’’ theory suggests pain can be reduced by simultaneous activation of larger diameter nerve fibers using appropriate coldness, warmth, rubbing, pressure, or vibration. This study investigated the efficacy of a device combining cold and vibration, for needle-related proce...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Hindawi Limited
2021-01-01
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Series: | International Journal of Dentistry |
Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2021/8896408 |