[Six simple aids for anxious patients].

This investigation aims at finding a scientifically based method to prevent the traumatization of children in dental treatment. Modern brain research shows that certain simple aids directly interact with the neurological fear responses of the body and memory. With these aids we have been attempting to diminish fear before treatment and to prevent relapse into fear attacks during the treatment. The procedure was surprisingly successful. More than that, it worked equally well with older fear patients. These aids generally raise the treatment to an emotionally comfortable level and lead to better patient cooperation. They put more confidence in the dentist and better relations with the patient..