Evaluation of Blood Pressure Variation in a Pediatric Dentistry Clinic
This study evaluated variations in blood pressure in 24 children during dental treatment. The age ranged from 4 to 12 years, of which 13 were girls and 11 were boys. Blood pressure measurements were performed by a digital sphygmomanometer on the arm. Measurements were performed with the child relaxing in silence in a dental chair, with back support, uncrossed legs, and with the right arm supported at the heart level. The cuff was placed securely two to three centimeters above the cubital fossa, centralizing the rubber sleeve over the brachial artery. In two sessions, three measurements were taken: once before treatment, again during treatment, and the last one at the conclusion. Measurement values, procedure, and treatment time were noted. The results showed that there was no statistically significant change between measurements of systolic and diastolic blood pressure at different times. In conclusion, dental treatment can be considered safe for the population studied regarding changes in blood pressure.
Keywords: Dental Anxiety; Child; Blood Pressure; Pediatric Dentistry.
Citation: Silva AMSL, da Silva CM, de Medeiros JMF, Neves ADS, de Carvalho PL, Shitsuka C, Pedron IG. “Evaluation of Blood Pressure Variation in a Pediatric Dentistry Clinic”. SVOA Dentistry 2:6 (2021) Pages 298-303.
