Problematic gagging: principles of treatment

J Am Dent Assoc. 1987 Feb;114(2):178-83. doi: 10.14219/jada.archive.1987.0023.

Abstract

The causes of problematic gagging are discussed and a behavioral method for its treatment is recommended. Four case studies illustrating the application of this approach are presented.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Anesthesia, Local
  • Anxiety / physiopathology
  • Behavior Therapy*
  • Dental Care / psychology*
  • Dentures / adverse effects
  • Desensitization, Psychologic
  • Female
  • Gagging*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Pharynx / physiopathology
  • Reflex*