Animal-assisted therapy effectively reduces dental fear and anxiety in children: Study
Written By : Dr. Shravani Dali
Medically Reviewed By : Dr. Kamal Kant Kohli
Published On 2021-11-06 03:30 GMT | Update On 2021-11-06 03:30 GMT
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Animal-assisted therapy is an effective behavior management strategy in children, according to recent study published in the European Archives of Paediatric Dentistry.
Fear of and anxiety towards going to dentists (ie, dental fear and anxiety, DFA) are major problems for a sizeable proportion of children and adolescents. The prevalence of dental fear and anxiety in children and adolescents ranges from 5-20% in various countries, with some cases being dental phobia (severe DFA). Children and adolescents with DFA are often uncooperative during dental visits, thus rendering treatment difficult or impossible.
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