Implants embedded under the oral mucosa were exposed with scalpel (Group 1) or laser surgery (Group 2). Before the operation the patients were asked to fill the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI) and Dental Anxiety Scale (DAS) while resting in the waiting room.
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Dental anxiety
Timeframe: 20 minutes before the operation
Dental Anxiety
Timeframe: 20 minutes before the operation