Comparison of traditional and computerized alveolar block in children using articaine 4% (randomized controlled trial)
Pediatric dental anxiety frequently centers around needle procedures, particularly for mandibular anesthesia. This study compares pain perception, efficacy, and physiological responses between computerized (CCLAD) and traditional syringe administration of articaine 4% for inferior alveolar nerve blocks (IANB) during pulpotomies.
Comparison of digital anesthesia using articaine vs. lidocaine for mandibular infiltration in pediatric patients : Aged 4-5 vs. 6-8 years
Articaine and lidocaine exhibit equivalent efficacy for mandibular infiltration via computerized systems in children aged 4–8 years. While articaine may marginally improve injection comfort, both agents provide reliable anesthesia with minimal complications. Computerized delivery enhances patient experience, supporting its adoption to reduce dental anxiety.This investigation aims to : determine whether articaine's theoretical advantages translate to clinically significant improvements in young children, identify optimal anesthetic protocols for different pediatric age groups, validate the effectiveness of digital delivery systems in pediatric mandibular anesthesia and provide robust data to replace current adult-derived guidelines with pediatric-specific evidence.

