Psychological Factors in Paediatric Dentistry: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Paediatric dental anxiety is multifactorial, influenced by age, gender, prior dental experience, parental anxiety, and cultural background. Simple non-pharmacological strategies, including environmental modifications and positive reinforcement, may help reduce anxiety, but their effectiveness may vary according to individual and cultural factors. These findings support early, culturally sensitive, and family-centered approaches in paediatric dentistry, particularly in educational clinical settings.