Manejo do medo e da ansiedade odontológicos no atendimento ao público infantil: ferramentas de apoio acessíveis para o cirurgião-dentista

Abstract

This ebook was developed to present, in a clear and objective manner, accessible strategies for managing childhood dental anxiety. It is aimed at undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as dentists who treat children and adolescents. The material compiles techniques based on a thorough review of the existing literature. The proposed approaches include acupressure, aromatherapy, providing control, distraction techniques (such as breath control, guided imagery, music, and audiovisual resources), and psychological approaches. All of these are non-pharmacological strategies that can be easily adapted and applied to most children, with the aim of preventing or alleviating dental anxiety, promoting a calmer experience, and fostering a positive relationship with the dental environment.