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Table 3 Number of participants answering “yes” to IDAF-4P (phobia module) items

From: Translation and validation of the Finnish version of the Index of dental anxiety and fear (IDAF-4C+) among dental students

IDAF-4P items

n

%

Going to the dentist is actively avoided or else endured with intense fear or anxiety

5

2.9

My fear of going to the dentist has been present for at least 6 months

10

5.8

My fear, anxiety or avoidance of going to the dentist significantly affects my life in some way

0

0

I am afraid of going to the dentist because I am concerned I may have a panic attack

1

0.6

I am afraid of going to the dentist because I am generally highly self-conscious or concerned about being watched or judged in social situations

5

2.9