*Corresponding Author: Dhanashree A Pawar, Postgraduate Student, Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry, D Y Patil Deemed to be University School of Dentistry, Navi Mumbai, India.

Received: June 25, 2024; Published: July 25, 2024

Abstract

Background : Dental anxiety is a common concern in children, especially concerning dental visits. Play therapy is an interpersonal process that helps patients to overcome their anxiety. Bubble therapy is a simple, non- invasive approach that may be used to reduce anxiety in children—an innovative way directed towards distracting and calming the child.

Aim: Comparison of 2 behavior management techniques therapy with tell show do technique (TSD) and TSD in reducing anxiety while restoring teeth in 4-6 years children.

Design: 20 Children aged between 4 and 6 years who came for 1st dental visit were randomly selected and divided into two groups via simple randomization. In both groups dental procedures carried out were standardized. The level of dental anxiety was recorded by measuring pulse rate with a finger pulse oximeter and applying Venham's interval rating scale for behavior and anxiety. Then, the anxiety levels were compared between the two groups.

Result and Observations: Children were more relaxed in group 1 as compared to group 2 but were statistically insignificant. Statistically significant heart rate differences were seen in group 2.

Conclusion: Bubble therapy can be used as a behavior management technique singularly or in conjunction with other techniques.

Keywords: Nonpharmacological Behavior Management; Pediatric Dental Anxiety; Tell Show Do; Bubble

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Citation

Citation: Dhanashree A Pawar., et al. “Blow Out Anxiety with Bubbles-Observational Study".Acta Scientific Dental Sciences 8.8 (2024): 51-56.

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