Behavior Management Techniques (Tell–Show–Do, Basic Guidance)
DeptPediatric DentistryLevelFundamentalTime5–15 min
Non-pharmacological behavior guidance strategies for pediatric patients including tell–show–do, positive reinforcement, distraction, voice control, modeling, and age-appropriate communication to reduce anxiety and facilitate treatment.
What the protocol covers
- •A) Before You Start: 20-60 Second Behavior Triage
- •B) Core Technique: Tell-Show-Do (TSD)
- •C) Basic Behavior Guidance Toolkit
- •D) Chairside Algorithm
- •E) Documentation
The full procedure entry includes
- The full step-by-step protocol (19 content blocks)
- Armamentarium, indications and contraindications
- Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
- The narrated video lesson and night-before prep sheet
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