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    The Use of Immersive Visualization for the Control of Dental Anxiety During Oral Debridement

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    Purpose: The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of Immersive Visualization (IV) eyewear on anxious, adult patients during oral debridement. Methods: Thirty adult volunteers (n=23 females n=7 males) were enrolled in the study. Participants were required to be 18 years or older, exhibit at least moderate anxiety (score 9 or higher) on the Corah\u27s Dental Anxiety Scale-Revised (DAS-R), and be generally healthy. Individuals were excluded from participation if they presented with severe dental calculus, periodontal disease, or dental caries, were taking psychotropic drugs, had a history of convulsive disorders, vertigo, or equilibrium disorders, or required antibiotic premedication. Subjects received a full mouth oral prophylaxis (supra- and subgingival scaling and selective polishing) by a single experienced dental hygienist. A split mouth design was utilized whereby each subject served as their own control. Subjects were randomly divided into 2 groups: Group A used IV eyewear during the first one-half of the appointment (right side of the mouth) and Group B used IV eyewear during the second one-half of the appointment (left side of the mouth). At screening, medical and dental histories were obtained, full mouth oral examinations were performed, and DAS-R was scored to determine eligibility. At baseline, the DAS-R was re-scored to validate anxiety levels. The Calmness Scale was scored pre- and post-IV treatment on a Likert scale ranging from 1 (very calm) to 7 (less calm). At the end of the study, subjects completed a Post IV Opinion survey. Data were entered into Microsoft Excel for Mac 2011 (Microsoft Corporation Version 14.3.5) and analyzed using SAS® 9.3 statistical software. Results:Thirty subjects with a mean age of 29.9 years completed the study. Data analysis indicated no statistically significant difference between Group A and B with regard to mean DAS-R anxiety levels at baseline (3.15 and 2.40, respectively), with a p-value of 0.07. Data showed a significant difference when comparing the calmness mean scores within Group A pre- and post-IV treatments (4.66 and 2.93, respectively), with a p-value 0.01. Within Group B the data revealed a statistically significant difference between pre- and post-IV treatments (p Conclusion: Results from this study support the use of IV eyewear as an effective technique to reduce anxiety in adults during oral debridement. The use of the IV eyewear was well received by all subjects. The portable, affordable and easy-to-operate IV system makes this technique an appealing approach of reducing dental anxiety

    Use of Immersive Visualization for the Control of Dental Anxiety During Dental Hygiene Treatment

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    Purpose: The purpose of this study was to determine the effectiveness of immersive visualization (IV) therapy, a technique that provides visual and stereoscopic display through the use of eyewear, in anxious patients during an oral prophylaxis. Methods: A convenience sample of thirty adults was enrolled. A split mouth design was utilized. Subjects were randomly divided into two groups: group A (use of IV for the right side of the mouth), and group B (use of IV for the left side of the mouth). Subjects received a full mouth oral prophylaxis (removal of supra and subgingival calculus and selective polishing), always starting with the right side. Medical and dental histories and oral examinations were performed during the screening appointment. At screening, the Corah\u27s Dental Anxiety Scale- Revised (DAS-R) was scored. In order to qualify for the study, individuals were required to score 9 or higher on the Corah\u27s DAS-R, present with no severe dental calculus, severe periodontal disease, or severe dental caries. At baseline the Corah\u27s DAS-R was validated, and the Calmness Scale was scored pre- and post IV treatment. During treatment, subjects had the opportunity to select one of three IV videos: (1) documentary, (2) music videos, or (3) TV show. After the completion of the full mouth prophylaxis, subjects completed a Post IV Opinion Survey. Results: Twenty-three females and 7 males participated in the study (x̄ age 29.96 ± 7.8). The results showed no statistically significant difference at the level of 0.05, between groups with regard to the anxiety level at baseline based on Corah\u27s DAS-R (p = 0.69). There was a statistically significant correlation between Calmness Scale and gender (p = 0.01 ), females report higher levels of anxiety than men. Ninety seven percent of the subjects responded positively to the use of IV eyewear during the treatment. Conclusion: The use of IV eyewear during oral prophylaxis can be an effective method to control anxiety
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