Comparative Evaluation of Ease of Operator and Patient Acceptability Using the Traditional Isolation System vs a New Isolation Tool (Intraoral Cheek and Lip Retractor Mouth Opener Tool).

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Isolation plays an important role in dentistry. It is mandatory to maintain isolation during various dental treatments. A simple new isolation tool (intraoral cheek and lip retractor mouth opener tool) is available, which is a multipurpose tool. The need for the study was to evaluate the functionality of the new isolation tool.

AIM

The aim of the study was to compare the traditional isolation method with the new isolation tool. A questionnaire pattern was adopted for the present study. The study was then conducted to evaluate the patient acceptability and ease of access for the operator.

MATERIALS AND METHODS

A total 200 pediatric patients were included in the study; they were divided into two groups. Group I-isolation with the new isolation tool, group II-isolation with cotton rolls and a mouth mirror. A structured questionnaire was given to the operators to evaluate the ease of use of the new isolation tool. A Likert scale was provided to the patients to evaluate the comfort of the new isolation tool during various treatments.

RESULT

Statistical analysis shows significant results by obtaining the -value < 0.05.

CONCLUSION

The study clearly shows that the new isolation tool is a better option in terms of retracting soft tissue, keeping the mouth open, and maintaining isolation.

CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE

This new tool helps in the retraction of soft tissue as well as isolation, and it also keeps the mouth open.

HOW TO CITE THIS ARTICLE

Chauhan KM, Sodani V, Sharma DJ, Comparative Evaluation of Ease of Operator and Patient Acceptability Using the Traditional Isolation System vs a New Isolation Tool (Intraoral Cheek and Lip Retractor Mouth Opener Tool). Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2024;17(6):637-640.