Pathways of fear and anxiety in endodontic patients

Abstract

The origin of patients' fears requires more attention in terms of treating endodontic-related fear and anxiety. More detailed research into the effects of demographics, causative factors and ethnicity on pathways of fear in dentistry is required to help dentists better manage patients in a multicultural society.

Ethnicity and Pathways of Fear in Endodontics

“…All participants were administered the ''My endodontic fear questionnaire'' introduced by Carter et al (2); no help was provided to them while answering the questionnaire, and no intervention was conducted afterward. Participants were asked to rate factors that may have caused their dental fear and anxiety on a 3-point Likert scale (yes, no, and neutral [no response]).…”

“…Current literature appears to indicate that fears and the pathways involved can differ among individuals (1,2). Although several studies have been conducted on the perception of dental fear and anxiety in different regions of the world (3)(4)(5)(6)(7), no study has analyzed the role of ethnicity in a multicultural society.…”

Understanding patients’ and dentists’ perspectives in dental trauma management: A mixed‐methods study

“…The fear of pain associated with dental treatment and injections was expressed. This fear, however, might be made worse by negative portrayals of dentists in various media, negative experience and hearsay from friends and relatives . For this group, disability and impairment would lead to a compromised QoL.…”

“…This fear, however, might be made worse by negative portrayals of dentists in various media, negative experience and hearsay from friends and relatives. 30 For this group, disability and impairment would lead to a compromised QoL. The attempts made by dentists to alleviate their fear (through clear and concise explanation, assurance and pre-emptive warning before procedures) left a positive impact on the patients participating in FGD, and they appreciated the professional care provided.…”

Pathways of Endodontic Fear in Different Age Groups for Iraqi Endodontic Patients

“…Furthermore, treating anxious patients might take more time; it is hard to manage them during the procedure and they are often unsatisfied with their treatment (8,9) . Current literature appears to indicate that fears and the pathways involved can differ among individuals (10,11) . Although several studies have been conducted on the perception of dental fear and anxiety in different regions of the world (12-16) .…”