Children experience significant stress during dental treatment involving anesthetics and extractions, especially in connection with orthodontic procedures. A pilot study conducted by the University of Gothenburg used a monitoring technique to track stress levels in 14-16-year-olds during treatment. The study, presented at the European Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Congress, aimed to increase practitioners’ sensitivity to children’s stress and improve patient experiences. Results showed that invasive treatments caused more prolonged stress compared to regular exams, with anesthetic injections being the most stressful. The study used sports technology to monitor hand movements and sweating, revealing the need for real-time stress monitoring to improve patient care.
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Study reveals anesthetic injections as biggest stress factor in teen dental patients
