Journal of Research and Advancement in Dentistry
Official publication of Magadh University and Kolhan University, Government of Bihar and Jharkhand, India
Official publication of Magadh University and Kolhan University, Government of Bihar and Jharkhand, India
Year : 2023
Volume : Volume 14
Issue : Issue 6
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Dr. Andole Harika
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Background: The aim of the study was to compare and evaluate the effectiveness of tell-show-do, eye movement distraction (EMD), audio distraction, and audio-visual distraction techniques on pain and anxiety levels in 6–9 year old children. Materials and Methods: A total of 120 children aged between 6 and 9 years were divided into four groups: Group 1 (control), Group 2 (EMD), Group 3 (audio distraction), and Group 4 (audio-visual distraction). The pain and the anxiety levels were measured by FLACC scale and Venham’s Picture Test, respectively. Results: Children in Group 1 who were treated without using any distraction technique experienced high levels of pain and anxiety followed by children in Group 2, Group 3, and Group 4. Conclusion: Among the various distraction techniques, audio-visual distraction was found to be most effective. The pain and anxiety levels were least in children who were treated using audio-visual distraction and highest in children who were treated without using any distraction technique.
