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Using mind-body techniques in dentistry.

E F Counselman1

  • 1Department of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts, USA.

Journal of the Massachusetts Dental Society
|May 16, 2000
PubMed
Summary

Mind-body medicine offers significant benefits for dental patients, reducing anxiety and discomfort during procedures. Dentists should weigh the pros and cons before implementing these mind-body services in their practice.

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Area of Science:

  • Integrative Medicine
  • Dental Psychology

Background:

  • Mind-body medicine is increasingly recognized for its potential to alleviate patient distress.
  • Dental anxiety and procedural discomfort are common challenges in clinical practice.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the benefits of mind-body medicine for dental patients.
  • To inform dentists about the advantages and disadvantages of offering mind-body services.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on mind-body interventions in dentistry.
  • Analysis of patient-reported outcomes regarding anxiety and pain.

Main Results:

  • Patients report reduced anxiety levels during dental treatments.
  • Patients experience less physical discomfort and pain.

Conclusions:

  • Mind-body medicine presents a beneficial approach for enhancing the patient experience in dentistry.
  • Dentists must consider both the positive outcomes and potential challenges before adopting these services.

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