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Watching cartoons eases child dental anxiety

Watching cartoons during dental treatment could lessen children’s anxiety, distress and disruptive behaviour. In a study, 56 ‘uncooperative’ children underwent three separate treatment visits involving an oral examination, injection with local anaesthetic, and tooth restoration (max 30 minutes). The researchers monitored each child’s vital signs, blood pressure, and pulse. Children rated their own anxiety as … Continued

Irish Dentistry Awards hits prime time TV

Irish TV joined the 2015 Irish Dentistry Awards guests on 30 January for prime time coverage on national TV. The show aired on 19 February just after 7pm on Dublin County Matters, a programme covering local news in Dublin and the surrounding areas. Finalists, partners and awards organisers were interviewed by TV reporters. Winners were … Continued