SHITSUKA, Rabbith Ive Carolina Moreira et al. Development and assessment of the effectiveness of protective stabilization in pediatric dentistry: a pilot study. RFO UPF []. 2015, 20, 1, pp. 59-63. ISSN 1413-4012.

Objective: to develop a model of protective stabilization for children, in order to promote quality in services and assess its effectiveness in clinical practice. Materials and method: a convenience sample of 20 dentists working with uncooperative children. A questionnaire was applied, with questions related to previous knowledge and perception about the methods of protective stabilization. Based on the information collected and considering the opinion of these professionals, a new model of protective stabilization was developed based on an existing model (Pedi -Wrap), but modified with a softer cloth and pictures, providing greater comfort and acceptance of children and guardians. For the creation of parts, the materials applied were made of cotton and scrim fabric, Velcro, elastic band, buttons, threads, and gore fabric. The model developed in the study was used with uncooperative children from 1 to 6 years old, and tested by each of the 20 dentists. Afterwards, a new questionnaire was applied to the professionals for their opinion on new model. Results: based on the opinion of the professionals, the region with greater movement during dental care is the child's head (35%) and the most common type of stabilization is to have the mother hold the child (35%), considering 45% of professionals assessed were not satisfied with the protective stabilization currently used. Regarding the model developed, all dentists found it effective and visually pleasant. Conclusions: the protective stabilization clothing developed presented features such as easy handling, pleasantness, and it helped during children care.

: Handling.; Physical Restraint.; Pediatric Dentistry..