Comparative Evaluation of Acupressure, Aromatherapy, and Stress Ball Efficacy in Reduction of Anxiety Levels in Children during Prophylactic and Restorative Procedures
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study designs: Randomized Controlled Trial, Clinical Trial
Abstract: Background: Dental anxiety among pediatric patients needs to be tackled efficiently. Various nonpharmacological interventions, though proven effective, cannot be generalized for all. The use of complementary and alternative medicine has surged globally and is effective in reducing anxiety associated with dental procedures. Aim: This study aimed to compare the efficacy of acupressure, aromatherapy, and stress ball for reduction of dental anxiety in children during prophylactic and restorative procedures. Settings and design: Randomized controlled clinical trial. Materials and methods: , and respiratory rate, were recorded at three different time frames. The Frankl scale was used as the behavioral measure for all the children. Statistical analysis used: -test and ANOVA test were used to analyze the data. Results: = 0.000 and 0.005). Aromatherapy was found statistically significant compared to other groups in parameters like the CBCS and pulse rate. All the three groups showed significant results in the respiratory rate interval. Conclusion: Aromatherapy was highly effective in reducing anxiety compared to the acupressure and stress ball groups during prophylactic and restorative procedures in children. How to cite this article: Comparative Evaluation of Acupressure, Aromatherapy, and Stress Ball Efficacy in Reduction of Anxiety Levels in Children during Prophylactic and Restorative Procedures. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2025;18(2):210-214.
Institution: Rungta College
Language: English
Subfield: Oral Surgery
Field: Dentistry
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4409126880