India, June 30 -- justify;">For many children, a dental visit can be met with hesitation. The unfamiliar instruments, clinical setting, worry of discomfort, or fear often overshadows care. However, at the Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry at Manav Rachna Dental College (MRDC), the experience may feel somewhat different. MRDC defines the atmosphere to be helpful in easing children's nervousness and encouraging curiosity.. This change is guided by a shift in approach that prioritises children's comfort and care.

A key aspect of this transformation is the introduction of conscious sedation for pediatric patients. This method aims to help children navigate dental procedures in a calm and relaxed state, rather than allowing fea...