An In Vivo Study to Evaluate and Compare Anxiety and Behavior Management of Pediatric Patients Using Distraction Techniques
Divya Jyoti, Saleh Abuzer Shams, Prerna Anand, Swati Sagar, Nandita Raj, Surbhi Singh- General Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics
- General Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
- Bioengineering
- General Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics
- General Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
- Bioengineering
ABSTRACT
Aim:
To compare the efficacy of virtual reality (VR) glasses and on-screen distraction techniques in managing anxiety and behavior in children receiving dental treatments.
Materials and Methods:
Forty patients aged 4–8 years requiring restoration were divided into two groups: group I with 20 members using audio-visual distraction aid in the form of VR glasses and group II with 20 participants utilizing on-screen distraction techniques. Each child underwent two appointments one week apart; their anxiety and behavior levels were assessed at each visit using the Facial Image Scale and Frankel’s Behavior rating scale.
Result:
The Wilcoxon signed-rank and Chi-squared test were utilized to assess the correlation between two categorical variables, with VR demonstrating a notable divergence from on-screen distraction.
Conclusions:
Both on-screen distraction and VR applications decreased anxiety levels and improved behavior. However, VR was substantially more effective in managing these areas.