An update on local anesthesia for pediatric dental patients

Faizal C Peedikayil, Ajoy Vijayan, Faizal C Peedikayil, Ajoy Vijayan

Abstract

Pain control is an important part of dentistry, particularly in the management of children. Behavior guidance, and dose and technique of administration of the local anesthetic are important considerations in the successful treatment of a pediatric patient. The purpose of the present review is to discuss the relevant data on topics involved, and on the current methods available in the administration of local anesthesia used for pediatric dental patients.

Keywords: Local anesthesia; pain control; pedodontics.

Conflict of interest statement

Conflict of Interest: None declared.

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