Non Pharmacological Techniques of Behavior Management in Children

The performance of painless procedures for the child is one of the key factors in establishing a good rap¬port. To this effect the use of pharmacologic means has made dental treatment acceptable to a large extent. These procedures can be carried out in the normal circumstances with the help of behavior shaping techniques. In cases of disruptive behavior, the use of behavior management techniques can also be used. Unfortunately in some cases, it may not be possible either due to the patient lacking cooperation or the systemic background of the patient demands that pharmacological means be used. The use of sedation, relative analgesia or general anesthesia may be war¬ranted in these cases, depending on the compliance of the patient and the procedures required.