The Use of Advanced Behavioral Techniques to Quell Dental Anxiety

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene May 16, 2023

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By Christina A. Demopoulos, DDS, MPH and Joshua Baker, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA

Dental anxiety, fear, and dentophobia can negatively impact the overall health of patients and prevent them from seeking dental treatment. The use of applied behavior analysis (ABA) principles in the dental setting can help create a comforting and patient-centered environment.¹

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