British dental journal
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British dental journal · Apr 2003
Propofol target-controlled infusions for sedation--a safe technique for the non-anaesthetist?
As an alternative to general anaesthesia for dentistry.attention has been focused on other, apparently safer, methods of pain and anxiety control. We have undertaken a study to evaluate the safety and efficacy of intravenous sedation using propofol target-controlled infusions. ⋯ Intravenous sedation with target-controlled propofol infusions is effective. However, significant adverse effects may occur at target concentrations below 2.1 microg ml(-1). Only anaesthetists working in an appropriate environment should practise this technique.
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British dental journal · Apr 2003
Why is pain more common amongst people living in areas of low socio-economic status? A population-based cross-sectional study.
To confirm a relationship between self-reported oro-facial pain and deprivation using an area-based measure of deprivation, and to investigate possible mechanisms of the association. ⋯ While the relationship between oro-facial pain and deprivation exists, the mechanisms of such relationships are not clear. Local mechanical factors, trauma or psychological distress did not explain it. The factors linking pain with social deprivation remain to be elucidated.