Dentists' use of validated child dental anxiety measures in clinical practice: a mixed methods study

ConclusionsThe dentists in our study did not use anxiety scales, instead they rely on their own experience/judgement. Therefore, scales should be recommended as an adjunct to judgement. Brief scales are recommended as clinicians lack time and expertise in administering anxiety questionnaires. Advantages of using scales and hands‐on experience could be incorporated more in undergraduate training.
Source: International Journal of Paediatric Dentistry - Category: Dentistry Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research