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Sex Differences in Pediatric Dental Pain Perception
Gabriela F Almeida1, Daniele L Longo1, Mariana Trevizan1
1Department of Pediatric Dentistry, School of Dentistry of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil.
Journal of Dentistry for Children (Chicago, Ill.)
|March 23, 2017
Summary
This study found no significant sex differences in children's dental pain perception after procedures. However, female preschoolers showed a borderline trend toward higher pain immediately following treatment.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Pain Management
- Child Psychology
Background:
- Understanding sex-related differences in pain perception is crucial for effective pediatric pain management.
- Previous research indicates potential variations in pain sensitivity between sexes, but data in children undergoing dental procedures is limited.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate potential sex-based disparities in dental pain perception among children.
- To analyze the influence of age and behavior as covariables in this relationship.
Main Methods:
- A cohort of 52 children undergoing dental procedures with local anesthesia were assessed using the Wong-Baker FACES Pain Rating Scale.
- Postoperative pain was evaluated via parental phone surveys at 24 and 48 hours.
- Statistical analyses included Chi-square and t-tests, with age, procedure type, and behavior as covariables.
Main Results:
- No statistically significant differences in pain perception were observed between sexes immediately after the procedure or at 24 hours.
- No covariables were found to be differentially distributed between sexes.
- A borderline association (P=0.06) indicated female preschoolers reported more pain immediately post-procedure than male preschoolers.
Conclusions:
- Overall, this study found no significant sex differences in children's dental pain perception.
- Age group analysis suggested a potential trend for increased pain in female preschoolers, warranting further investigation.
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