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Simone Bagattoni1,2, Francesca Nascimben1, Elena Biondi1
1Unit of Special Needs Dentistry and Paediatric Dentistry, Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences, University of Bologna, 40125 Bologna, Italy.
Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland)
|November 24, 2022
Summary
Preparing children for their first dental visit using an information booklet significantly improved cooperation and reduced perceived pain. This simple tool enhances the child
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Child Psychology
Background:
- First dental visits can be a source of anxiety for children.
- Parental preparation strategies are crucial for managing pediatric dental anxiety.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of an informational booklet for parents on preparing children for their initial dental appointment.
- To assess the impact of the booklet on child behavior, cooperation, and perceived pain during the visit.
Main Methods:
- A randomized controlled trial involving 45 children and their parents.
- The intervention group received an informational booklet via email; the control group did not.
- Child behavior was assessed using the Frankl Behavior Rating Scale (FBRS); pain and pleasantness were evaluated using the Wong-Baker FACES Pain Rating Scale (WBFPRS).
Main Results:
- Children prepared with the booklet showed significantly better cooperation (FBRS median: 4 vs. 3, p=0.013).
- Prepared children reported less pain (WBFPRS: 0.40 vs. 1.42, p=0.034) and tended to find the visit more enjoyable (p=0.064).
- Parents found the booklet highly understandable and useful.
Conclusions:
- An informational booklet is an effective tool for preparing children for their first dental visit.
- This intervention enhances cooperation and reduces negative experiences, benefiting clinical practice.
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