Evaluation of Root Canal Treatment Anxiety Among Jordanian Patients.

Dental anxiety is a prevalent concern among individuals undergoing root canal therapy. This study aims to assess the levels of dental anxiety among Jordanian patients undergoing root canal treatment. A total of eighty-two adult patients who underwent nonsurgical root canal therapy at the School of Dentistry, University of Jordan, participated in this study. Pre- and post-treatment questionnaires were administered to assess anxiety levels, age, and gender. Post-treatment questions solicited participants' ratings of anxiety levels and perceptions of certain aspects of the endodontic treatment experience. Analysis revealed that 43.9% of participants reported a reduction in anxiety levels following root canal therapy. Furthermore, a significant majority (96.3%) expressed willingness to undergo root canal treatment again to preserve their teeth. Technological advancements in materials, instruments, microscopes, and other innovations have contributed to decreased patient anxiety levels during root canal procedures. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]