Comparison of bite force after administration of midazolam and dexmedetomidine for conscious sedation in minor oral surgery

Abstract

Aim: The aim of this study was to compare the bite force and sedation score in moderate/conscious sedation for minor oral surgical procedure. Materials and Methods: A sample size of 30 was selected in each group (group M [midazolam] and group D [dexmedetomidine]). Results: Dexmedetomidine group had a statistically significant sedation score than midazolam. A statistically significant increase in the bite force was observed in both midazolam and dexmedetomidine groups, but there was no significant difference between the two groups. Conclusion: Dexmedetomidine and midazolam significantly increased the bite force because of the loss of proprioceptive function of periodontal ligament, but there was no significant difference between the drugs regarding bite force.

Keywords

• Bite force
• conscious sedation
• dexmedetomidine
• midazolam
• minor oral surgery