Dental anesthesia in Pediatric Dentistry - Free scientific articles, videos and clinical cases

The use of local anesthetics in pediatric dentistry allows us to perform several invasive procedures without causing pain or stress to the patient, achieving a successful result in their treatment.

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Sedation in pediatric patients is necessary when treatments are complex, the most frequent methods are: nitrous oxide (gas) and oral sedation. In exceptional cases, general anesthesia is used.

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We share a complete list of scientific articles, manuals and videos on the use, management, care, techniques and emergency of dental anesthesia in pediatric dentistry.

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Hereditary Gingival Fibromatosis in a pediatric patient - Characteristics and treatment

Hereditary gingival fibromatosis is a rare, benign, genetic disorder characterized by progressive enlargement of the gingival tissue. It has no symptoms and can be generalized or localized.

The increase in the gum prevents or delays the eruption of primary or permanent teeth, also affects the aesthetics of the patient, generating diastemas and dental malposition. Treatment is surgical removal of the gingival tissue.

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We share the clinical case report of a pediatric patient with hereditary gingival fibromatosis, the clinical and histological characteristics, diagnosis and treatment are addressed.

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Cunha JLS, Ramos MACDC, Regis DM, Sanchéz-Romero C, de Andrade ME, Bezerra BT, de Albuquerque-Júnior RLC. Generalized hereditary gingival fibromatosis in a child: clinical, histopathological and therapeutic aspects. Autops Case Rep. 2020 Jan 21;10(1):e2020140.

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Appropriate use of antibiotics in pediatric dentistry

Antibiotics are used worldwide for the effective control of infectious processes, and are widely used in pediatric dentistry today. The prescription of antibiotics must be responsible to avoid bacterial resistance.

A high incidence of secondary effects and adverse reactions has been documented due to the excessive and unjustified use of antibiotics in pediatric dentistry. It is important that the pediatric dentist performs a complete clinical history and knows the antibiotic that is going to be prescribed.

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We share the study that was carried out with the objective of determining the misuse and consequences of the imprudent prescription of antibiotics in pediatric dentistry.

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Aidasani B, Solanki M, Khetarpal S, Ravi Pratap S. Antibiotics: their use and misuse in paediatric dentistry. A systematic review. Eur J Paediatr Dent. 2019 Jun;20(2):133-138.

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Local Anesthetics Allergies in Children

Local anesthetics are used to block nerve impulses and temporarily eliminate sensitivity during dental procedures, thus reducing the patient's stress and anxiety.

Allergic reactions can be serious (anaphylaxis), even putting the patient's life at risk, but they can also present dizziness, nausea, hives, itching, angioedema.

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We share the results of a study on allergic manifestations in pediatric patients with a history of atopy.

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Duyuler Ayçin G. Local Anesthetics Allergies in Children. Iran J Pediatr.30(1):e98213. doi: 10.5812/ijp.98213.

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Molar-Incisor Hypomineralisation: Clinical Manifestations and Treatment

Clinically, Molar Incisor Hypomineralization is characterized by presenting a dental piece with an enamel that fractures easily and of various colors that vary between yellow, brown and white. The causes are unknown but it is related to external and pharmacological factors.

The patient presents sensitivity, pain on chewing, high risk of caries. Other abnormalities such as fluorosis and enamel hypoplasia should be ruled out.

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Joëlle A.Dulla Hendrik Meyer-Lückel. Molar-incisor hypomineralisation: narrative review on aetiology, epidemiology, diagnostics, and treatment decision. SWISS DENTAL JOURNAL SSO VOL 131 11 P2021


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Stainless Steel Crowns: Types, procedure and techniques

Oral rehabilitation in a pediatric patient becomes a challenge for the pediatric dentist, because he must take into account the management of the patient's behavior and perform a treatment that takes the least number of appointments.

Steel crowns become the best alternative to restore primary molars that are affected by advanced caries until their natural exfoliation. For anterior teeth, the use of resins or zirconia crowns is recommended.

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We share the benefits, types of crowns, procedures and techniques of stainless steel crowns for rehabilitation in pediatric dentistry.

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Dr. Vivek Mehta. Stainless Steel Crowns in Pediatric Dentistry : A Review Article. 4th Anniversary Issue | Heal Talk | September-October 2012 | Volume 05 | Issue 01

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Arunima, Ahuja V. Crowns for paediatric teeth: Stainless steel crown. J Dent Panacea 2021;3(1):20-25.

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Ankyloglossia in infants - Diagnosis and surgical protocol

Ankyloglossia is characterized by a short lingual frenulum that limits the mobility of the tongue. This congenital anomaly causes difficulties in breastfeeding and speech problems in the future.

There are several signs and symptoms that we must be aware of, such as: long-term breastfeeding, straining of the infant, pain in the mother's nipple. Treatment for ankyloglossia is outpatient surgery with local anesthesia.

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Parri Ferrandis FJ. Ankyloglossia in infants: surgical aspects. Cir Pediatr. 2021 Apr 1;34(2):59-62. English, Spanish. PMID: 33826256.


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Correct use of analgesics and anti-inflammatories in pediatric dentistry - Indications and secondary effects

Analgesics and anti-inflammatories, together with antibiotics, are the drugs most used in dentistry. Analgesics are used to reduce and control pain, and anti-inflammatories prevent and reduce inflammatory processes.

The professional must know the properties and protocols of all the drugs that he is going to prescribe. In the same way he must prevent and control unwanted side effects.

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We share an article that updates the correct prescription of analgesics and anti-inflammatories, and reports on contraindications and unwanted side effects of drugs.

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Lupșe, Irina & Muntean, Alexandrina & Chiș, Ioana-Andreea & Daniliuc, Anca-Ioana & Ghergie, Mircea. (2021). ANTI-INFLAMMATORIES AND ANALGESICS IN PAEDIATRIC DENTISTRY. Romanian Journal of Stomatology. 67. 71-75. 10.37897/RJS.2021.2.1.


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Dental pain in pediatric dentistry - Assessment tools

Dental pain interferes with the patient's quality of life, and is usually caused by caries, but can also be caused by trauma. The control of dental pain in pediatric dentistry is considered a challenge for the operator.

Clinical and radiographic evaluation is essential to determine the origin of the pain, which may be of dental origin or of the adjacent structures. Currently there are instruments that help us assess dental pain in children.

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Common alterations of the infant's oral cavity

The oral cavity of the newborn presents alterations that are sometimes difficult to detect by the obstetrician or pediatrician. Some of the abnormalities may go away but others need professional evaluation and treatment.

Professionals who are related to the health of the newborn must know the characteristics of the oral cavity to determine and diagnose any type of alteration that may occur.

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We share the causes, characteristics, diagnosis, consequences and treatment of the different alterations that affect the cavity of the infant.

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Step-by-step Procedure Manual on Atraumatic Restorative Treatment

Atraumatic restorative treatment is a procedure that removes carious tissue from teeth using only hand instruments. This procedure is performed when patients live in areas where basic services are lacking.

To perform a correct caries removal technique, it is essential to know the instruments and the handling of the restoration material. Glass ionomer is the material of choice to restore carious teeth.

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The manual that we share offers us several tips on atraumatic restorative treatment, such as the caries removal procedure and handling of the restoration material.

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Management of general and local anesthesia and sedation in pediatric dentistry

The dentist must determine the type of anesthesia to be used in dental treatment in a pediatric patient. The use of anesthesia aims to reduce the patient's stress and anxiety.

In complex cases it is advisable to use general anesthesia or conscious sedation, after adequate preparation of the child to avoid risks during the dental procedure.

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What is temporomandibular disorder? - Concept, diagnosis and current treatment

The temporomandibular joint is formed by the mandibular and the temporal bone of the skull, which together with muscular structures allow movements such as opening, closing, laterality, protrusion and mandibular retrusion.

The etiology of temporomandibular disorders are complex and varied, and it is a challenge for the evaluation, diagnosis and management of this pathology. Treatment can be conservative or surgical.

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Clear Aligners for Early Treatment of Anterior Crossbite - Indications and Benefits

Anterior crossbite is a sagittal plane malocclusion, and is characterized when one or more upper incisors have a lingual position with respect to the lower incisors.

The detection and treatment of the anterior crossbite must be at an early age, in this way we stop the factors that trigger this malocclusion and avoid abnormal growth of the jaws.

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We share an article that presents the advantages and benefits of transparent aligners in the correction of anterior crossbite in patients with mixed dentition, regarding two reported cases.

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Ameloblastoma in a pediatric patient - Characteristics, treatment and clinical case

Ameloblastoma is an odontogenic tumor, non-malignant but locally aggressive, with high recurrence, and is evidenced as a facial swelling, or sometimes as a radiographic finding.

The patient refers symptoms such as pain, dental mobility, malocclusion and others. Treatment is surgical, and can be conservative or radical, and the technique to be used will depend on the pathological and radiographic evaluation of the tumor.

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Indications for Hall technique usage in pediatric dentistry

Steel crowns in pediatric dentistry are used when the dental tissue is seriously affected by advanced caries or dental trauma. The procedure is simple and inexpensive, making it an excellent restoration option.

The Hall technique is a minimally invasive technique that controls the progression of caries, making it a much simpler procedure with less preparation.

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