Pain after placement of elastomeric separator in orthodontics.
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Physically and mentally healthy people between the ages of 15-40 Patients undergoing orthodontic treatment for the first time and requiring placement of elastomeric separators.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Patients with systemic diseases Patients with a history of cardiovascular diseases Patients with kidney and liver problems Pregnant and lactating patients Patients in whom celecoxib or acetaminophen is contraindicated Patients undergoing drug treatment for chronic pain Patients with a history of sensitivity to celecoxib or acetaminophen Patients with periodontal disease History of drug addiction Lack of written informed consent to participate in the study
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Pain score in general, chewing and biting. Timepoint: After placing the elastomeric separator at times 2 and 6 hours later, on the first night of placement and on days 1, 2, 3, and 7. Method of measurement: To assess the level of pain in patients in both groups, a Visual Analogue Scale is given to patients to record their level of pain after the separator is inserted. | — |
Countries
Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Contacts
Kermanshah University of Medical Sciences