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Effectiveness of aromatherapy in managing pediatric dental anxiety: a comparative in vivo study
Authors Name:
Dr Amutha.M.V.Soorya
, Dr Vishnu Rekha Chamarthi , Dr Santhosh Priya A K R , Dr Dhanraj Kalaivanan , Dr Sumaiyya Saleem
Unique Id:
IJSDR2404122
Published In:
Volume 9 Issue 4, April-2024
Abstract:
Background / Introduction: In Pediatric Dentistry, controlling a child's fear is essential for successful treatment. An alternative way to reduce anxiety levels in dental clinics is the use of aromatherapy. The potential effects of essential oils have been associated with decrease in anxiety, and have mild sedative effect Aim: To compare and evaluate the efficacy of aromatherapy using lavender oil and orange essential oil in the management of anxious pediatric dental patients Methodology: Children aged between 4-6 years were randomly allocated to either a control or an experimental group who had received lavender oil or orange essential oil before dental procedure. The child’s pulse rate and oxygen saturation level were recorded using a pulse oximeter. The child’s behavior was assessed using Ven ham’s picture test and facial image scale (FIS) before and after aromatherapy. Results: The control group vs aromatherapy groups showed significant statistical difference with respect to Ven ham’s picture test and Facial image scale both lavender and orange essential oil reduced posttreatment anxiety levels, with better anxiety reduction with orange essential oil Conclusion: The positive effects of lavender oil and orange essential oil in children can be inhaled to reduce anxiety in children.
"Effectiveness of aromatherapy in managing pediatric dental anxiety: a comparative in vivo study", International Journal of Science & Engineering Development Research (www.ijsdr.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.9, Issue 4, page no.860 - 864, April-2024, Available :http://www.ijsdr.org/papers/IJSDR2404122.pdf
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Publication Details:
Published Paper ID: IJSDR2404122
Registration ID:210832
Published In: Volume 9 Issue 4, April-2024
DOI (Digital Object Identifier):
Page No: 860 - 864
Publisher: IJSDR | www.ijsdr.org
ISSN Number: 2455-2631
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