The Effect Of Topical Application Of Clove Gel Versus Benzocaine Gel On Pain Perception During Application Of Simple Dental Procedures In Children: A Randomized Clinical Trial Study

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1 MSc Student, Department of Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dentistry Cairo University, Giza, Egypt

2 Professor of Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University and Newgiza University

3 Associate Professor of Pediatric Dentistry and Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University

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Aim: This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of topical clove gel application compared to 20% benzocaine gel in reducing pain in children undergoing simple dental procedures.

Methodology: Forty-four children aged 6 to 10 years were randomly divided into two groups: Group A (22 children) received a clove topical gel, while Group B (22 children) received conventional Benzocaine topical Gel. The pain was assessed during the application of a rubber dam clamp or matrix band using the Wong-Baker Pain Rating Scale, and the child's behavior was evaluated using the Sound Eye Motor Scale. The pulse oximeter was used to measure the heart rate.

Results: Regarding intra-operative pain, Group A showed lower values than Group B using the Wong-Baker Pain rating scale, Sound Eye Motor scale, and pulse oximeter. The results showed no statistically significant differences in pain perception between children treated with clove gel and those treated with benzocaine gel during clamps/matrix band application.

Conclusion: The present study concludes that clove gel is equally effective as 20% benzocaine gel in managing procedural pain in pediatric dental patients. As a natural topical agent, clove gel stands out for its practicality and affordability, making it a readily available and cost-effective alternative to conventional anesthetic gels in routine pediatric dental practice.

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Egyptian Dental Journal
Volume 71, Issue 4 - Serial Number 1
October (Orthodontics, Pediatric & Preventive Dentistry)
October 2025
Pages 2813-2825

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