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ReviewJournal of pharmacy & bioallied sciences2025

Anxiety and Pain Management in Dental Patients: A Systematic Review of Pharmacological and Non-Pharmacological Approaches.

Jacob Raja, Digvijaysinh Parmar, Shanthini D Subramaniam, Sai P Nagella, Swati M Pappulwar, Rachita Mehlawat, Anuj P Maini

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7 authors.

Jacob RajaDepartment of Periodontics and Implantology, Rajas Dental College and Hospital, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, India.
Digvijaysinh ParmarDental Public Health (DPH) Residency Program, University of California, San Francisco, California, United States.
Shanthini D SubramaniamDepartment of Paediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Mahsa University, Jenjarom, Selangor, Malaysia.
Sai P NagellaDepartment of Paediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Mahsa University, Jenjarom, Selangor, Malaysia.
Swati M PappulwarConsultant Pedodontics, Say Cheese Dental Clinic, Gachibowli, Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
Rachita MehlawatDepartment of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Inderprastha Dental College and Hospital, Sahibabad, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Anuj P MainiDepartment of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Dr. D. Y. Patil Dental College and Hospital, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune, Maharashtra, India.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Anxiety and pain are common in dental patients, often complicating treatment outcomes. Effective management through pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches is essential for enhancing patient experience and clinical success. A systematic review of current pharmacological (e.g. benzodiazepines, nitrous oxide) and non-pharmacological (e.g. cognitive-behavioral therapy, music therapy) strategies was conducted. Key parameters included effectiveness, safety, and patient satisfaction. Both approaches showed significant efficacy in reducing anxiety and pain. pain. Pharmacological methods had immediate effects, while non-pharmacological approaches provided long-term benefits. Statistical analyses revealed that combining both strategies yielded superior outcomes. Managing anxiety and pain with a blend of pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods offers the most comprehensive solution for dental patients. Future studies should explore integrating newer techniques to improve patient care further.

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Dental anxietynon-pharmacological approachespain managementpatient carepharmacological approaches

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PMID40510989
PMCPMC12156597

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