Comparative Evaluation of Effect of TENS on Controlling Pain Associated with Orthodontic Separator Placement—A Clinical Study
Shib Kumar Nath,
Poulami Goswami,
Shri Mahalakshmi
et al.
Abstract:Aim:
To assess and contrast the efficacy of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) therapy and topical anesthetic gel in reducing the level of pain associated with the placement of orthodontic separators.
Materials and Methods:
A cohort of 40 individuals, aged between 16 and 20 years, who were in need of fixed orthodontic treatment, was chosen for the study. Elastomeric separators were positioned bilaterally adjacent to the first molars in a… Show more
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