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Reducing interpersonal stress in dental practice.

C A Katz

    Dental Clinics of North America
    |July 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Dental patients can reduce stress by reframing negative self-talk and improving communication. This leads to better patient-dentist relationships and improved dental health outcomes.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychology in Dentistry
    • Healthcare Communication

    Background:

    • Dental settings inherently involve interpersonal stress.
    • Patient-dentist interactions can be a significant source of anxiety.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the role of self-talk and environmental factors in managing dental stress.
    • To identify strategies for improving patient-dentist relationships and dental health.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of cognitive appraisal in stressful dental situations.
    • Emphasis on modifying negative self-talk and enhancing communication.

    Main Results:

    • Interpreting stressful events as undesirable rather than catastrophic reduces distress.
    • Positive self-messaging and improved office emotional environments mitigate stress.

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  • Enhanced communication between dentists, staff, and patients is crucial.

    • Conclusions:

    • Cognitive reframing and improved interpersonal dynamics can significantly reduce dental stress.
    • These strategies foster better patient-dentist relationships and contribute to improved dental health.