Rationality of Efficacy of the Treatment Modalities-Modified Atraumatic Restorative Treatment and Hall Technique by Comparing Clinical and Radiographic Parameters along with Posttreatment Behavioral Assessment of Patients through Face Pain Scale-Revised: An In Vivo Study.

Abstract

Aim and objectives: The study aimed to assess and compare the success of primary molars after restoration with modified atraumatic restorative treatment (mART) and stainless steel crowns (SSCs) through the Hall technique (HT) on primary molars by clinical and radiographic examination, along with posttreatment behavioral assessment of patients through Face Pain Scale-Revised (FPS-R).

Materials and methods: On the basis of inclusion and exclusion criteria, the study population aged 4-9 years was selected. A split-mouth study design was used. All the participants were divided into two groups: group I received mART as restorative treatment, and group II received SSCs as restorations. The FPS-R was used as a means of pain perception during the treatment, and it was assessed after the completion of both procedures. A follow-up at 3, 6, and 9 months was recorded.

Results: A total of 11 participants had resin-modified glass ionomer cement (RMGIC) restorations in good condition, compared to 29 participants in group II who had restorations in perfect condition. However, the difference was not statistically significant between the two groups, and the majority of participants in both groups pointed toward nagging face pain.

Conclusion: The present study found a higher incidence of clinical and radiographic failures in the mART group. A viable restorative option for carious primary molars was found to be the HT, which is additionally convenient, child-friendly, and less invasive, despite causing mild postoperative discomfort. To a lesser extent, RMGIC restorations with partial excavation were also successful. Therefore, based on case selection, clinical judgment, and child cooperation, these minimally invasive approaches can be implemented.

How to cite this article: Neesu K, Saxena A, Chauhan SP. Rationality of Efficacy of the Treatment Modalities-Modified Atraumatic Restorative Treatment and Hall Technique by Comparing Clinical and Radiographic Parameters along with Posttreatment Behavioral Assessment of Patients through Face Pain Scale-Revised: An In Vivo Study. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2025;18(4):444-451.