Comparing Vibratory and Cold Stimuli to Topical Anesthetic Gel for Pain Relief During Needle Injections in Children Aged 5 to 9

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating how different methods of pain control affect childrens pain perception during local anesthesia injections. The study focuses on healthy children aged 5 to 9 years undergoing simple restorative dental procedures. It compares the use of the Buzzy device in two ways vibration mode without a cold pack and cold pack without vibration, against the standard topical anesthetic gel. The goal is to see which method better reduces pain and anxiety during the needle insertion. The study includes three groups one receiving topical anesthetic gel applied to numb the injection site, another using vibration from the Buzzy device placed outside the mouth during needle insertion, and a third using the cold pack from the Buzzy device without vibration. All treatments are applied before and during the injection. Participants are randomly assigned to one of these groups to compare their pain responses. During the procedure, pain perception is measured using the SEM scale while the needle is inserted. Immediately after, pain is also assessed with a Visual Analog Scale VAS. Parents provide consent for participation, and children with cooperative behavior are included. The study collects data on pain levels and behavior to evaluate how each method influences pain relief in children during dental anesthesia.

Effectiveness of Vibratory Versus Cold Stimuli on Pain Perception in Children