Influence of Scaler Tip Design on Intensity of Pain and Discomfort During Scaling
- Author:
Mohamad Hanis Mat Nazri
1
;
Mohd Fakhrul Ridwan Mohd Azmi
;
Nor Adinar Baharuddin
;
Roslan Saub
;
Nur Ayman Abdul Hayei
;
Rathna Devi Vaithilingam
Author Information
1. Department of Restorative Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry,
- Publication Type:Other Types
- Keywords:
Slim scaler tips;
conventional scaler tips;
pain perception;
scaling;
gingivitis;
VAS score
- From:
Annals of Dentistry
2018;25(2):36-42
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
To evaluate patient’s subjective preferences to scaling with narrow probe-shaped EMS Perio Slim PS tips
compared to conventional tip based on pain perception using the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). Ten patients
were treated using a piezoelectric ultrasonic device (EMS) and two different scaler tips representing a
conventional scaler tip and a Perio Slim PS scaler tip in a split-mouth design. Pain was evaluated after 2
minutes scaling using Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). Data obtained was analysed by SPSS version 19.0 using
Wilcoxon test. Pain assessment after treatment confirmed by the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) showed that
the Perio Slim PS scaler tip (maximum pain score: 4, minimum: 2) caused less pain than the conventional
scaler tip (maximum: 8, minimum: 3) (p-value = 0.007). Using Perio Slim PS scaler tip caused less pain and
discomfort during scaling treatment when compared with conventional scaler tip. Acrylic resin is commonly
used to fabricate removable prostheses due to its adequate physical, mechanical properties and cost
effectiveness. There has been continuous development of the materials to improve their properties and to
widen its application in different clinical setting. To study the history development of the acrylic resin and
elaborate on the properties of different types and the processing methods of acrylic resins used to fabricate
denture base which are commercially available in the market. This would help the dental clinician in choosing
the best material of choice. The authors have summarized the history, development and classification of
different type of acrylic resins used in fabricating denture and processing methods based on all the published
research available on this topic using published materials available in the Dental Library, University of Malaya
and the database (Science Direct, PubMed). Every type of acrylic denture base material has its pros and cons.
Therefore, careful selection of material and the processing method is crucial to ensure the best outcome for
prosthodontic treatment. Hence, upholding the patients’ best interest and improving their quality of life.
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