The journal of contemporary dental practice
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J Contemp Dent Pract · Jul 2011
Randomized Controlled TrialCan birth order affect temperament, anxiety and behavior in 5 to 7-year-old children in the dental setting?
The aim of this study was to evaluate the relationships between birth order and child's temperament, anxiety and behavior in the dental setting. ⋯ The role of birth order has been ignored as a possible factor of behavior during routine dental treatment and these findings may shed light on our understanding of behavior management strategies in the dental setting. Considering the increasing pattern of family with an only child both in modern and developing countries, this is more likely that the dental team will face children with negative outcome during dental treatment.
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J Contemp Dent Pract · Jul 2011
Pain levels after third molar surgical removal: an evaluation of predictive variables.
The aim of this prospective study was to evaluate the pain course after surgical removal of third molars. ⋯ Pain after third molar surgery is a common sequele. It is indispensable for the dentists to be apt in handling and preventing it as far as possible and know possible variables that may influence or increase these pain levels. It can be a clinical advantage. Better understanding the pain characteristics may guide the dentist through preoperative decisions.