A Garrocho-Rangel, M Rosales-Bérber, D Ríos-Méndez, J Flores-Velázquez, D Trejo-Herbert, F Pozos-Guillén, A Pozos-Guillén
AIM: Distraction techniques in paediatric dentistry can be effective in decreasing the child's attention span from an unpleasant or stressful procedure. Distraction is achieved through imagination, audio, and/or visual stimuli. It has been shown that the accompaniment and participation of animals or pets, specifically dogs (Dog-Assisted Therapy or DAT), during medical, oral, and therapeutic activities can improve the physical and mental health of patients, especially children. However, there is limited information available regarding the impact of incorporating a certified therapy dog into the paediatric dental environment as a distraction strategy to alleviate anxiety levels during dental procedures...
March 1, 2024: European Journal of Paediatric Dentistry: Official Journal of European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry