Comparison of Computer-Assisted and Conventional Local Anesthesia in Children With Molar-Incisor Hypomineralization

The main questions this study aims to answer are: Does computer-controlled local anesthesia cause less pain and anxiety than conventional local anesthesia in children with molar-incisor hypomineralization (MIH)? Is there a difference between the two methods in anesthesia onset time, injection duration, physiological responses, and the need for additional anesthesia? Researchers will compare computer-controlled and conventional local anesthesia in children aged 8-12 years with MIH. Each child will receive both anesthesia methods during separate dental visits, on comparable permanent molar teeth, to determine which method is more comfortable, effective, and preferred by children.

Inclusion Criteria: * Children aged 8-12 years * Children with no systemic disease * Children with no pathology involving the oral region, such as trauma, cysts, or tumors * Children who have not used antibiotics within the past month * Children who have not used nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) within the past month * Children with at least two homologous permanent molars affected by molar-incisor hypomineralization (MIH) and indicated for restorative treatment due to dentin caries * Children with a Frankl Behavior Rating Scale score of 3 or higher will be included in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Children in whom local anesthesia cannot be administered due to lack of cooperation * Children who require pulp treatment after enrollment in the study will be withdrawn from the study.