Managing Fear and Anxiety in Patients Undergoing Dental Hygiene Visits with Guided Biofilm Therapy: A Conceptual Model
Fear and anxiety during dental visits are common issues that can lead to avoidance of appointments and deterioration of oral health. Effectively managing patients’ emotions during dental treatments is crucial to improving their experiences, increasing adherence to regular visits, and achieving bette...
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| description | Fear and anxiety during dental visits are common issues that can lead to avoidance of appointments and deterioration of oral health. Effectively managing patients’ emotions during dental treatments is crucial to improving their experiences, increasing adherence to regular visits, and achieving better treatment outcomes. This study aimed to assess the levels of fear and anxiety in patients undergoing hygiene treatments utilizing Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) and identify factors that could reduce these negative emotions. A total of 247 patients were evaluated using standardized questionnaires (MDAS, STAI X1, STAI X2, and Gatchel), custom questions, and heart rate monitoring as a physiological stress indicator. Clinical factors, including dental status confirmed by AI-based radiographic analysis (Diagnocat system), as well as sociodemographic influences, were analyzed. Results indicated significant reductions in fear and anxiety after the procedure, as shown by both heart rate and questionnaire scores. Factors such as pain, the presence of caries, and implants were linked to higher anxiety, while strategies like avoiding visible needles and postprocedure interaction with staff were associated with lower stress levels. The findings underscore the importance of personalized care and emotional support to enhance patient experiences. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-c362c5d5992545e9a80e1a6a4e6b71d12025-08-20T01:55:58ZengMDPI AGApplied Sciences2076-34172024-09-011418815910.3390/app14188159Managing Fear and Anxiety in Patients Undergoing Dental Hygiene Visits with Guided Biofilm Therapy: A Conceptual ModelMarta Leśna0Krystyna Górna1Jakub Kwiatek2Kwiatek Dental Clinic, Kordeckiego 22, 60-144 Poznań, PolandDepartment of Psychiatric Nursing, Poznan University of Medical Sciences, Rokietnicka 2A, 60-806 Poznań, PolandKwiatek Dental Clinic, Kordeckiego 22, 60-144 Poznań, PolandFear and anxiety during dental visits are common issues that can lead to avoidance of appointments and deterioration of oral health. Effectively managing patients’ emotions during dental treatments is crucial to improving their experiences, increasing adherence to regular visits, and achieving better treatment outcomes. This study aimed to assess the levels of fear and anxiety in patients undergoing hygiene treatments utilizing Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) and identify factors that could reduce these negative emotions. A total of 247 patients were evaluated using standardized questionnaires (MDAS, STAI X1, STAI X2, and Gatchel), custom questions, and heart rate monitoring as a physiological stress indicator. Clinical factors, including dental status confirmed by AI-based radiographic analysis (Diagnocat system), as well as sociodemographic influences, were analyzed. Results indicated significant reductions in fear and anxiety after the procedure, as shown by both heart rate and questionnaire scores. Factors such as pain, the presence of caries, and implants were linked to higher anxiety, while strategies like avoiding visible needles and postprocedure interaction with staff were associated with lower stress levels. The findings underscore the importance of personalized care and emotional support to enhance patient experiences.https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/14/18/8159dental anxietydental fearguided biofilm therapydental implantsfirst dental hygiene visitAI Diagnocat |
| spellingShingle | Marta Leśna Krystyna Górna Jakub Kwiatek Managing Fear and Anxiety in Patients Undergoing Dental Hygiene Visits with Guided Biofilm Therapy: A Conceptual Model Applied Sciences dental anxiety dental fear guided biofilm therapy dental implants first dental hygiene visit AI Diagnocat |
| title | Managing Fear and Anxiety in Patients Undergoing Dental Hygiene Visits with Guided Biofilm Therapy: A Conceptual Model |
| title_full | Managing Fear and Anxiety in Patients Undergoing Dental Hygiene Visits with Guided Biofilm Therapy: A Conceptual Model |
| title_fullStr | Managing Fear and Anxiety in Patients Undergoing Dental Hygiene Visits with Guided Biofilm Therapy: A Conceptual Model |
| title_full_unstemmed | Managing Fear and Anxiety in Patients Undergoing Dental Hygiene Visits with Guided Biofilm Therapy: A Conceptual Model |
| title_short | Managing Fear and Anxiety in Patients Undergoing Dental Hygiene Visits with Guided Biofilm Therapy: A Conceptual Model |
| title_sort | managing fear and anxiety in patients undergoing dental hygiene visits with guided biofilm therapy a conceptual model |
| topic | dental anxiety dental fear guided biofilm therapy dental implants first dental hygiene visit AI Diagnocat |
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