2 publications

• Published Subscription 30 Mar 2019

  Gagging and Management

  By Sakshi Madhok, Gaurav Singh

  Abstract: One of the challenging situations where prosthodontists skills and knowledge are put to test is management of a patient with pronounced gag reflex. A disruptive hypersensitive gag reflex is stressful, frustrating and embarrassing both for the patient and for the dentist. It proves to be barrier in delivering adequate and quality dental treatment. Gag reflex is a complex, physiologic protective phenomenon designed to protect the upper airway and the oropharynx. …

  Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 38–44 Read article →

• Published Subscription 30 Mar 2019

  Combating Gag Reflex in an Edentulous Patient Using Glossopharyngeal Nerve Block: A Case Report

  By Sakshi Madhok, Gaurav Singh, Geeta Rajput

  Abstract: Gagging, though a normal defensive reflex mechanism many a times prove to be a barrier in context of delivering adequate dental care and quality dental treatment. Gagging episodes interrupt dental procedures, and managing such a patient requires much concern, skill and a strategic approach on part of the dentist. Severe gagging episodes may even lead to avoidance or postponement of dental care. This article describes the management of an edentulous …

  Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Dentistry · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 34–37 Read article →