Factors influencing dental phobia and screening behavior of patients in oral surgery practice
Rezart Qorri,
Nertsa Cunoti,
Laura Magerfleisch
et al.
Abstract:Background
Despite efforts by dentists and patients to establish trust, dental visits continue to be anxiety-inducing. The frequency of dental treatment sought is influenced by this fear, impacting long-term oral health. This study aimed to use the Dental Anxiety Scale (DAS) to identify fearful patients at a dental surgery clinic, exploring correlations with preventive behavior, gender, age, and education.
Methods
The study enrolled 102 consecutive outpatients at a private dental clinic in Sachsen, Germany, wi… Show more
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