Comparative Evaluation of Impact of Three Different Thaumaturgic Behaviour Modification Techniques in Reduction of Anxiety at Three Different Stages of Cognition in Children Aged 2-13 Years - A Randomised Clinical Trial

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The study evaluates and compares the effectiveness of thaumaturgic behaviour modification techniques with conventional techniques for reducing dental anxiety in children aged 2–13 years. Three hundred and sixty children with strong-willed behaviour were randomly allocated to thaumaturgic distraction groups. Anxiety was measured before and after operative procedures using a facial anxiety scale. Results show significant anxiety reductions with age-dependent differences across techniques. Treatment method is critical for success.

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International Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Research Website: [https://ijmpr.in/](https://ijmpr.in/ | Print)[ |](https://ijmpr.in/ | Print)[ Print](https://ijmpr.in/ | Print) ISSN: 2958-3675 | Online ISSN: 2958-3683 NLM ID: 9918523075206676 Volume: 4 Issue:3 (May-June 2023); Page No: 761-766 Original Article IJMPR Copyright@IJMPR Comparative Evaluation of Impact of Three Different Thaumaturgic Behaviour Modification Techniques in Reduction of Anxiety at Three Different Stages of Cognition in Children Aged 2-13 Years – A Randomised Clinical Trial Prof. (Dr) Rakesh K Gupta1, Dr Syed Gulbar Shah2, Prof. (Dr) Bhavna Kaul3, Dr Aishwaraya Gupta2, Dr Nanika Mahajan5 1 Principal and Dean, Indira Gandhi Government Dental College, Jammu 2 Post Graduate Scholar, Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Indira Gandhi Government Dental College, Jammu 3 Professor and Head, Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Indira Gandhi Government Dental College, Jammu 4 Lecturer, Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Indira Gandhi Government Dental College, Jammu ABSTRACT Aim: To assess and contrast the efficacy ofthaumaturgic techniques with that of conventional techniques. Materials and Methods: Three hundred and sixty children aged 2-13 years, identified as manifesting strong-willed behaviour were selected for the study. The children were randomly allocated to one of the thaumaturgic distraction techniques groups. Anxiety was assessed before and after the operative procedure using the facial anxiety scale. Results: There has been a significant decrease in anxiety on usage ofthaumaturgic techniques. The thumb and light trick and book trick significantly reduced anxiety in children aged 2-7 years, the book trick and item prediction trick significantly reduced anxiety in the children aged 7-11 and only the item prediction trick in children aged 11-13 years. Conclusion: Thaumaturgic methods have been useful in controlling children's conduct throughout a range of age groups. The method of treatment, however, is crucial to its success. Key Words: Behaviour management, Dental anxiety, Facial pain rating scale, Pediatric dentistry, Thaumaturgy | | *Corresponding Author
Prof. (Dr) Bhavna Kaul
Professor and Head, Department of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, Indira Gandhi Government Dental College, Jammu | | --- | --- | INTRODUCTION Behaviour management is just as important for successful treatment of children as are dental knowledge and abilities [1] . Uncooperative behaviour can greatly hamper the delivery of high-quality dental care, increase the risk of damage to the children, and ultimately leave the parents dissatisfied. The recalcitrant kid has been identified as one of the most challenging issues in clinical practice, according to surveys of clinicians [2] . Additionally, some studies showed that almost one in four children (22%) seen by paediatric dentists may have significant management issues [3] . As a result, the professional recognition of these issues considerably increased interest in behaviour management and sparked the creation of a well-recognized armamentarium for child behaviour management among dentists. Additionally, it paved the way for dental professionals to treat behaviour management with the same objectivity and respect as they do other areas of science in dentistry [4] . Dental anxiety is a widespread psychological and intuitive reactivity that is exaggerated in children. Uncooperative behaviour in the dental environment is a behavioural manifestation of anxiety. Such obstinate behaviour may have serious negative effects, such as therapy delays or early termination that lower the standard of care. There are a few methods for controlling disruptive behaviours, but there are none designed specifically for strong willed children [5] . Management of strong-willed children require a great deal of effort and a lot more time. Moreover, parent

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What is the aim of the study?

To assess and contrast the efficacy of thaumaturgic techniques with conventional techniques in reducing dental anxiety in children aged 2–13 years.

How were anxiety levels assessed?

Anxiety was assessed before and after the operative procedure using the facial anxiety scale.

Which techniques reduced anxiety, and did effects vary by age?

Thaumaturgic techniques significantly decreased anxiety overall, with thumb and light trick and book trick reducing anxiety for ages 2–7, book trick and item prediction trick for ages 7–11, and only item prediction trick for ages 11–13.

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