Association Between Dental Anxiety and Pain Perception in Patients Receiving Dental Implants: An Observational Study

A nonlinear relationship was observed between dental anxiety and pain perception following oral implant surgery. Even at subclinical levels, elevated anxiety was associated with an increased likelihood of pain perception. These findings highlight the importance of early identification and management of dental anxiety to improve postoperative pain control. Further research is warranted to evaluate the clinical utility of integrating anxiety assessment into preoperative care.