The Effect of Gag Reflex on Cardiac Sympatovagal Tone [PDF]
Oman Medical Journal, 2012 Objectives: Heart velocity may be influenced by gagging. The medulla oblongata receives the afferents of gag reflex. Neuronal pools of vomiting, salivation and cardiac parasympathetic fibers are very close in this area.
S. Mehran Hosseini +2 more
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A Simple Technique to Manage Gag Reflex. [PDF]
Cureus, 2023 Gagging poses a clinical difficulty to the dentist in all facets of therapy, from diagnostic techniques to active treatment. Various treatment methods to manage the gagging include behavioral techniques, acupressure, acupuncture, hypnosis, systemic desensitization, and pharmacological techniques.
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Comparative evaluation of effect of microcurrent electrical stimulation on acupoints to control gag reflex in patients receiving prosthodontic treatment: An in vivo study [PDF]
The Journal of Indian Prosthodontic Society, 2022 Aims: The aim of this study is to see if microcurrent electrical stimulation on two acupoints, auricular and Hegus, can help patients prevent their gag reflex. Settings and Design: This was an in vivo cross-sectional study.
Shanvi Agrawal +3 more
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Association between dental anxiety, hypersensitive gag reflex, and sedative drug requirements during intravenous dental sedation [PDF]
BMC Oral HealthBackground Dental anxiety and hypersensitive gag reflex are common clinical challenges in dentistry and frequently lead to referral for intravenous sedation.
Yasemin Akcaalan, Ayşegül Mine Tuzuner
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An Overview about New Methods in Management of Gag Reflex during Dental Treatment: A Systematic Review [PDF]
Journal of Dentistry, 2023 Statement of the Problem: Management of gag reflex is a challenging process during many dental treatments. Various studies have been carried out to evaluate different pharmacological and non-pharmacological techniques to control gagging.Purpose: The aim ...
Mohammad Mehdizadeh +2 more
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The Use of an Alternative Extraoral Periapical Technique for Patients with Severe Gag Reflex [PDF]
Case Reports in Dentistry, 2016 Gag reflex is a physiologic mechanism that promotes contraction of the muscles of the tongue and pharyngeal walls. Different factors, including intraoral radiographic films and sensors, may trigger this reflex.
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Effect of aromatherapy with peppermint essential oil on the gag reflex: a randomized, placebo-controlled, single-blind, crossover study [PDF]
BMC Complementary Medicine and TherapiesBackground Sensitive gag reflexes prevent dental patients from receiving appropriate treatment. Aromatherapy helps patients relax during dental procedures. However, the effect of aromatherapy on the gag reflex caused by the stimulation of the oral cavity
Ayuko Okamoto +6 more
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Management of exaggerated gag reflex in dental patients using intravenous sedation with dexmedetomidine [PDF]
Dental Research Journal, 2017 Pharmacological sedation is one of the effective ways of prevention of gag reflex development in patients experiencing anxiety and fright before dental treatment.
Aleksei P Reshetnikov +3 more
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Comparative effects of three mucoadhesive gels containing lidocaine, zinc acetate, and tannic acid on the gag reflex of dental patients: a randomized double-blind clinical trial [PDF]
BMC Oral HealthBackground This study aimed to compare the effects of three mucoadhesive gels containing lidocaine, zinc acetate, and tannic acid on the gag reflex of dental patients.
Nafiseh Nikkerdar +4 more
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Evaluation of the Effect of Benzydamine Hydrochloride on the Intensity of Gag Reflex: A Randomized Single-Blind Clinical Trial [PDF]
Journal of DentistryStatement of the Problem: Gag reflex is among the most common problems during dental and endoscopic procedures. Benzydamine hydrochloride is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medica-tion and a local anesthetic that might be useful in reducing the gag ...
Mohammad Mehdi Torabi +3 more
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