Table 5 Post-obturation pain intensity after 7 days (n = 25)
Independent variable | Estimate | 95Â % C.I. | p-value |
|---|---|---|---|
Single-visit | -1.72 | -3.17 - -0.27 | 0.02 * |
Thermafil (Obturation method) | -0.17 | -1.82 - 1.48 | 0.84 |
Use of loupe | 0.33 | -1.31 - 1.98 | 0.68 |
Operator’s experience < =10 years | 0.17 | -1.48 - 1.82 | 0.84 |
Male (Gender) | 0.00 | -1.65 - 1.65 | 1.00 |
Upper teeth | 0.12 | -2.09 - 2.33 | 0.91 |
Anterior teeth | -0.25 | -2.27 - 1.77 | 0.80 |
Single canal | 0.50 | -1.14 - 2.14 | 0.53 |
C-shaped canal | NAa | Â | Â |
Periodontal pocket | -1.25 | -3.20 - 0.70 | 0.20 |
Apical periodontitis | 1.15 | -0.58 - 2.88 | 0.18 |
Tender to percussion | -0.13 | -1.75 - 1.49 | 0.87 |
Hypermobility | 0.08 | -2.41 - 2.57 | 0.95 |
Abscess or sinus tract | 1.96 | -0.07 - 4.00 | 0.06 |
Tooth vitality | -1.15 | -2.70 - 0.39 | 0.14 |
Opposing tooth | 1.67 | -2.40 - 5.73 | 0.41 |
Age | -0.04 | -0.08 - 0.00 | 0.06 |
Pre-operative pain intensity | -0.08 | -0.38 - 0.21 | 0.56 |
Treatment time | 0.00 | -0.02 - 0.02 | 0.80 |