Appropriateness of various behavior rating scales used in pediatric dentistry: A Review

Narayan, V. Keerthi; Srinivasan, Samuel Raj

doi:10.25259/jgoh_64_2019

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“…A layer of the bonding agent was applied using a micro brush, then light-cured after 15 seconds and packable resin composite was used to restore the cavities. Child behavior was evaluated during the dental treatment by a trained investigator using the Frankl behavior rating scale (definitely negative, negative, positive, definitely positive) [9].…”

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Assessment of child psychological attributes using strength and difficulties questionnaire for prediction of child behavior at first dental visit: a cross-sectional study

2022

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Introduction Predicting child behavior before the first dental visit is considered an effective approach that enables the dentist to guide child behavior during the dental treatment. Aim The present study aimed to detect psychological attributes of children seeking dental treatment for the first time using the strength and difficulties questionnaire (SDQ), evaluate actual child behavior during the dental treatment using Frankl Behavior Rating Scale, and test the association between these attributes and child behavior. Material and method The study was conducted on 128 children aged between 4 and 7 years attending the outpatient Pediatric Dentistry clinic for the first time. Parents were asked to answer the SDQ, then a simple restorative treatment under local anesthesia was performed for children to evaluate their behavior using Frankl Behavior Rating Scale. Results About 19.5% of the study sample were categorized as psychologically abnormal, where emotional and conduct problems were the most prevalent psychological attributes by a percentage of 22.7% and 20% respectively. A strong correlation was detected between the total difficulty score and child behavior. Conclusions Psychological problems are common among children aged from 4 to 7 years and they also affect their dental behavior.

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Assessment of child psychological attributes using strength and difficulties questionnaire for prediction of child behavior at first dental visit: a cross-sectional study

2022

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“…The categorical rating scale has been demonstrated to be a valid instrument for evaluating patient behavior (Narayan & Samuel, 2019).…”

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Behavior and anxiety levels in pediatric patient: The behavioral changes and anxiety of pediatric patient in dental clinic

Al Homoud,

Alshellatie,

Alzumaie

et al. 2023

Clinical & Exp Dental Res

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AimThe aim of this study is to evaluate the behavioral patterns and anxiety levels of pediatric patients in dental clinics, discern their behavioral expectations, and investigate the associations between these factors and the patient's age and gender.MethodsIn this cross‐sectional study, 150 pediatric patients visiting Sharjah Thumbay Dental Hospital for treatment were recruited over a study period of 23 weeks (February 12, 2022 to July 23, 2022). The patient's age ranged from 2 to 14 years. Guardians were informed about the study and their written consent was taken.Exclusion CriteriaChildren over 14 years old, children whose guardians refused to participate in the study, and medically compromised children. Frankl's behavior rating scale, Categorical rating scale, and Venham anxiety and behavioral rating scales were used to evaluate the pediatric patient's behavior and anxiety at the end of the dental visit, the evaluation was done by the same trained dental student for all the patients.ResultsWhen the Mann–Whitney U test was used for gender, no significant differences were observed in behavior and anxiety between male and female patients across all scales employed in this study. Conversely, when examining various age groups for behavior and anxiety using the Kruskal–Wallis test, significant findings emerged across nearly all scales. In the categorical rating scale, the age group of 11–14 years exhibited the most notable results in subscales of crying (p = .034), cooperativeness (p = .002), and apprehensiveness (p = .003).ConclusionThe pediatric patients who took part in this study exhibited heightened anxiety when attending dental clinics. This study underscores the importance of understanding child behavior and utilizing effective communication with children and their guardians. Dental professionals should consider implementing strategies to manage child behavior during visits. Further research is required to develop sufficient strategies tailored to different pediatric populations, aiming to enhance dental care outcomes for pediatric patients.

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“…The patient presented to the dental clinic with a chief complaint of “multiple cavities in the upper front teeth.” Upon clinical examination, she was in the late mixed dentition stage with multiple carious teeth, poor oral hygiene, tongue thrusting habit with anterior open bite, and uncomplicated crown (enamel only) fracture in tooth #11. Her behavior regarding dental treatment was positive (Frankl rating: III) [ 5 ], and she was considered at high risk according to the Caries Risk Assessment Tool. Preoperative photographs and radiographs are presented in Figure 1 and Figure 2 .…”

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Comprehensive Dental Management of a Rolandic Epilepsy Patient Under Local Anesthesia: A Case Report

Fatani¹,

Kalantan²,

Binhezaim³

et al. 2023

Cureus

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Dental treatment of epilepsy patients is often challenging and requires careful consideration of their sudden movements. Epilepsy patients often require sedation (e.g., nitrous oxide or intravenous sedation) to receive their required dental treatments. Rolandic epilepsy (RE) is a specific type of epilepsy in children with certain electroencephalogram (EEG) abnormalities and motor focal seizures with no signs of neurological deficits. This report discusses a case of an RE patient who was treated comprehensively under local anesthesia with careful evaluation of the patient's medical conditions.

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Appropriateness of various behavior rating scales used in pediatric dentistry: A Review

Cited by 25 publications

References 8 publications

Assessment of child psychological attributes using strength and difficulties questionnaire for prediction of child behavior at first dental visit: a cross-sectional study

Assessment of child psychological attributes using strength and difficulties questionnaire for prediction of child behavior at first dental visit: a cross-sectional study

Behavior and anxiety levels in pediatric patient: The behavioral changes and anxiety of pediatric patient in dental clinic

Comprehensive Dental Management of a Rolandic Epilepsy Patient Under Local Anesthesia: A Case Report

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