Evaluation of the anxiety among the undergraduates during endodontic treatment

Abstract

To evaluate the anxiety level among the undergraduate dental students during and after endodontic treatment. In this study questionnaire was prepared with 15 questions based on stress level, anxiety, and work load among dental undergraduates during endodontic treatment. The questionnaire were circulated and filled by participants in a self-report method.: 70% of students reported that canal location is the reason for the fear of endodontic treatment, but their anxiety starts before the treatment begins. Around 60% of students have moderate level of anxiety before starting the treatment and 70% manifest sweating during the endodontic treatment. Access cavity preparation of the posterior teeth and oral fluid control were considered as the factors to feel stressed during the procedure among 51% and 29% of the undergraduates respectively.: According to this study, higher level of anxiety were seen among the undergraduates and therefore, the stress control must be focused before starting the procedure, access cavity preparation and while handling endodontic instruments.