INVESTIGATION OF ANXIETY AMONG PATIENTS UNDERGOING IMPACTED WISDOM TOOTH EXTRACTION IN PESHAWAR
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Anxiety, Impacted Wisdom Tooth, Tooth Extraction
Abstract
The study aimed to investigate the prevalence and intensity of anxiety among patients undergoing impacted wisdom tooth extraction in Peshawar, Pakistan. A cross-sectional survey was conducted among 250 patients in dental clinics across Peshawar, utilizing the Modified Dental Anxiety Scale (MDAS). The findings revealed that a significant portion of the population experienced moderate to severe anxiety, with a higher prevalence in women and younger individuals. Strategies for reducing dental anxiety, particularly preoperative counseling and anxiety management techniques, are discussed as important considerations for improving patient outcomes in dental care.
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Dr. Junaid Hamza
BDS, FCPS(OMFS), Trainee Medical Officer Saidu College of Dentistry
Dr. Malik Farhan Hameed
BDS, MDS (PGR OMFS), C-Implant, Registrar OMFS Sardar Begum Dental College
Dr. Anees Ur Rehman
BDS, House Officer Sardar Begum Dental College
Dr. Syeda Addan Azam
BDS, House Officer Sardar Begum Dental College
Dr. Muhammad Umair
BDS, House Officer Sardar Begum Dental College
Dr. Farrukh Ali
BDS, House Officer Sardar Begum Dental College