Comparative evaluation of pain perception following use of clove gel, sweetening agent ,cryotherapy, lignocaine gel before local anesthesia administration in 6–12 yrs old children: a randomized control study

Primary reason for children seeking a dental care in the developing world is pain. A number of methods have been suggested to reduce the pain induced by penetration of local anesthetic agents. These include application of topical anesthetics , suggestion, distraction techniques ,alteration of factors related to injection solutions such as pH and temperature and a reduced speed of injection