Comparative Evaluation of Onset, Duration and Safety Between Midazolam, Dexmedetomidine Sedation and Their Combination in Preschoolers: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Abstract:INTRODUCTION:Dental anxiety is a global problem in pediatric dentistry. Moderate sedation is an acceptable option for uncooperative preschoolers dental patients. OBJECTIVES: To compare midazolam (MDZ), dexmedetomidine (DEX) and their combination (DEX/MDZ) as sedative drugs for preschoolers undergoing dental treatment regarding onset, duration and safety of sedation.
MATERIALS AND MERTHODS:The study was a three-arm randomized clinical trial with a parallel design. Seventy-two healthy uncooperative preschoolers … Show more
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