The effect of a lidocaine/prilocaine topical anesthetic on pain and discomfort associated with orthodontic elastomeric separator placement
Abstract Background The initial placement of orthodontic elastomeric separators can be uncomfortable and painful. Therefore, it is important to relieve this disturbing sensation to create a discomfort or pain-free orthodontic visit. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of a lidoca...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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SpringerOpen
2017-01-01
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Series: | Progress in Orthodontics |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40510-016-0156-7 |