Behavioral dentistry is an evolving field that focuses on the psychological factors influencing dental care and treatment. It examines the relationship between a patient's behavior, emotions, and their oral health habits. Patients who experience dental anxiety or fear may delay visits to the dentist, which can lead to neglected oral hygiene and more severe dental issues over time. Behavioral dentistry aims to address these challenges by incorporating therapeutic techniques, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and relaxation methods, to help patients manage anxiety and stress. Dentists trained in this approach create a compassionate and supportive environment, ensuring that patients feel at ease and are more likely to maintain regular dental check-ups and adopt healthier oral habits.
Introduction: Early childhood caries prevention requires understanding both intervention efficacy and psychological mechanisms driving behavioral change. This study evaluated DHATRI (Devising Home…
It’s always been assumed that compassion dispensed by health care provider is healing for a patient. And, yes, it has been shown to, among others, reduce anxiety and increase treatment compliance.…
Language and behaviour is interwoven. Effective verbal communication is essential in the dental office because all behaviour is modified by communication. The art of influencing the childs mind in a…
Introduction: The study aimed to explore the attitudes of adults with dental anxiety towards changes made in dental practices following the onset of COVID-19 and identify any triggers of their…
Sessions are CPD-accredited; certificates issued to every registered delegate within two weeks of the conference.
Oral and poster slots for original Behavioral Dentistry work, reviewed by the scientific committee.
Meet dentists, oral-health researchers, and clinical leaders from around the world across three days.
Accepted abstracts appear in the indexed conference proceedings with a citable DOI.
Plenary lectures from leading voices shaping Behavioral Dentistry research and practice.
Attend in person in Singapore or join virtually — same programme, same certificate.
Oral and poster slots for your work — in person in Singapore or online. Not presenting? Attend as a delegate to learn from the field.
The Behavioral Dentistry track is a dedicated stream within Dental 2027 covering the latest research, clinical innovation, and best practice in Behavioral Dentistry. It brings together researchers, educators, and practitioners for oral presentations, posters, and discussion.
Educators, doctoral students, and dentists, oral-health researchers, and clinical leaders with an interest in Behavioral Dentistry are all welcome — whether presenting or attending.
Yes. Submit an abstract for oral or poster presentation. All submissions are peer-reviewed by the scientific committee; accepted abstracts appear in the indexed proceedings.
Yes. Dental 2027 is a hybrid conference — attend the Behavioral Dentistry track in person in Singapore or join live online, with on-demand access afterward.
Singapore · March 15–17, 2027· Hybrid · in-person & virtual
Attend without presenting.
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