Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Aromatherapy on Anxiety, Vital Signs, and Postoperative Complications in Lower Impacted Wisdom Tooth Surgery

Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Aromatherapy on Anxiety, Vital Signs, and Postoperative Complications in Lower Impacted Wisdom Tooth Surgery

Dental anxiety is considered to be one of the fears and concerns associated with dental treatment. Lavender has a relaxing and anxiolytic aroma. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of aromatherapy on dental anxiety in bilateral impacted wisdom tooth surgery.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Bilateral wisdom tooth in mandible

Exclusion Criteria:

• Lavender oil allergy
• Systemic disease
• Off-study drug use
• Smoking
• Pregnancy or breastfeeding