Vol. 11, Issue 3, Part C (2025)

Background: Pain management remains an essential aspect of effective dental treatment, especially during the administration of local anesthesia. Fear of dental pain often leads to avoidance of dental care, thereby exacerbating oral health issues. Inferior Alveolar Nerve Block (IANB) is a commonly used technique for achieving local anesthesia in the mandibular region. Aim: To evaluate and compare pain of inferior alveolar nerve block with conventional local anesthetic technique and electronic assisted time and pressure control system. Method: This prospective, split-mouth study evaluates and compares the pain perception associated with conventional local anesthetic technique and CCLAD system (Star Pen®) during IANB. The study was conducted on 40 patients requiring bilateral mandibular posterior tooth extractions. Pain perception was recorded using a 10-point Visual Analog Scale (VAS). Result: The findings demonstrate a significant reduction in pain with the Star Pen® compared to the conventional technique, underlining its efficacy in improving patient comfort and compliance in dental procedures. Conclusion: Considerable discomfort due to the deep tissue penetration and pressure exerted during the injection. The advent of Computer-Controlled Local Anesthetic Delivery (CCLAD) systems like the Star Pen® has revolutionized pain management strategies by offering precision in anesthetic delivery.