To Assess Breathing Exercise as a Relaxation Method

Evaluation of Bubble-Blower Exercise and Pin-Wheel Exercise on Dental Anxiety in Children: A Randomized Controlled Trial

in this study investigator evaluate the effectiveness of breathing exercise using two different play toys in reducing dental anxiety.

bubble blower and pin wheel are used to facilitate breathing exercise and to reduce dental anxiety hence more cooperation of participants during dental treatment

Inclusion Criteria:

• children that had been introduced to dental setting without receiving any dental treatment
• According to Corah 's dental anxiety scale children classified with score 19 or more
• No learning disability or psychological disorder or parental anxiety

Exclusion Criteria:

• children in emergency visit
• Allergy to anesthetic drugs
• Use of analgesic before treatment
• Teeth with necrotic pulp
• children whose parents refused to sign informed consent