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Use of distraction techniques for the management of anxiety and fear in paediatric dental practice: A systematic review of randomized controlled trials.

Ivana Meyer PradoLarissa CarcavalliLucas Guimarães AbreuJunia Maria Cheib Serra-NegraSaul Martins PaivaCarolina de Castro Martins
Published in: International journal of paediatric dentistry (2019)
There is a very low certainty of evidence that DT can be effective in managing children's/adolescents' dental fear and anxiety during dental treatment. The heterogeneity of methodologies and findings in the studies, however, suggests more robust, and well-executed RCTs are needed.
Keyphrases
  • oral health
  • young adults
  • primary care
  • sleep quality
  • healthcare
  • emergency department
  • physical activity
  • intensive care unit
  • single cell
  • depressive symptoms