anxiety Flashcards
(31 cards)
What is dental fear?
Emotional response to a known or specific danger related to dental treatment.
What is dental anxiety?
Excessive dread of dental treatment, leading to procrastination or avoidance.
What factors influence dental pain?
Previous experiences, expectations, distractions, emotional state, and cognitive factors.
What is dental phobia?
Intense, irrational fear that is beyond voluntary control and leads to avoidance of necessary dental care.
How does age affect pain perception?
Younger individuals are more likely to express pain.
How does socioeconomic status influence pain sensitivity?
Less experience with oral healthcare can heighten pain sensitivity.
How do gender differences affect pain reporting?
Women report higher pain levels than men.
How does cultural background influence pain perception?
Both patient and provider’s cultural background affect pain perception.
How does anxiety impact pain?
Anxiety and fear can magnify pain perception through central nervous system interactions.
What are internal sources of fear?
Hereditary factors, personality traits, cognitive ability.
What are external sources of fear?
Past negative experiences, environment (e.g., clinical setting, sounds, smells).
What are indirect sources of fear?
Anticipation of pain, observational learning from family and peers.
How does socioeconomic status affect dental anxiety?
Higher anxiety among individuals with lower SES.
Which gender reports higher dental anxiety levels?
Women.
What is a key strategy for managing dental anxiety?
Rapport building to establish trust and comfort.
When is dental anxiety highest in age?
High during youth, peaks in the 20s, resurfaces in mid-life, and decreases later in life.
Is there a correlation between education level and dental anxiety?
No clear correlation.
How does dental visit frequency affect dental anxiety?
Patients with fewer than one visit per year exhibit higher anxiety.
How does voice control differ between children and adults?
Children respond to a moderately loud, deep tone; adults require a calm, softer tone.
What are distraction techniques used for?
Cartoons, video games, storytelling, and engaging discussions to ease anxiety.
What is the Tell-Show-Do method?
Breaking procedures into steps with reinforcement.
How can environmental changes help with dental anxiety?
Introducing positive imagery in the dental setting.
What should be communicated to adult patients to manage dental anxiety?
Explain what will happen, what sensations to expect, and coping strategies.
How can cognitive strategies help manage dental anxiety?
Enhancing a sense of control (e.g., using a stop signal) and cognitive distraction (e.g., encouraging positive thoughts).
