ArticleJournal of pharmacy & bioallied sciences2025
Comparative Evaluation of Behavioral Management Techniques in Reducing Dental Anxiety Among Children Aged 4-8 Years: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
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- Comparative evaluation of behavior management techniques on anxiety levels in pediatric dental patients.Bioinformation · 2026Article
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Abstract
Background: Dental anxiety is a prevalent concern in pediatric patients, often leading to compromised oral healthcare outcomes. Effective behavioral management techniques are essential in reducing anxiety and facilitating successful dental treatments. Materials and Methods: A randomized clinical trial was conducted involving 90 children aged between 4 and 8 years attending a pediatric dental clinic. The participants were randomly divided into three groups ( Results: All three techniques led to a significant reduction in anxiety levels post-intervention. The mean FIS score decreased from 4.2 ± 0.6 to 2.1 ± 0.5 in Group A, 4.3 ± 0.5 to 1.9 ± 0.4 in Group B, and 4.1 ± 0.7 to 2.3 ± 0.6 in Group C ( Conclusion: All three behavioral management techniques were effective in reducing dental anxiety among children aged 4-8 years. However, audiovisual distraction proved to be the most effective, followed by Tell-Show-Do and modeling.
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