Operative dental hypnosis

The practice of dental hypnosis has been growing for over a decade. It is a tool that can be used on a daily basis, enabling various dental treatments to be carried out in a state of comfort and well-being, both for the patient and the dental team. The management of stress, anxiety (or even phobias) and pain (acute or chronic) are among the areas in which hypnosis can be applied. This article describes the specific use of operative dental hypnosis, its origins, scientific foundations, applications, and benefits.