European archives of paediatric dentistry : official journal of the European Academy of Paediatric Dentistry
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Eur Arch Paediatr Dent · Sep 2006
Randomized Controlled TrialDental Discomfort Questionnaire for young children following full mouth rehabilitation under general anaesthesia: a follow-up report.
The aim of the present study was firstly to assess the persistence of pain related behaviours of the Dental Discomfort Questionnaire (DDQ) and secondly to complete a follow-up study to assess the effect of dental treatment on pain related behaviours in preschool children. ⋯ Dental treatment of children leads to reduced toothache related behaviours and subsequently to a better quality of life. The DDQ is a sensitive instrument to measure dental discomfort before and after restorative treatment if and when the follow-up period is short. The DDQ can possibly support healthcare providers, teachers and parents in their assessment of toothache in young children.