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Objective: Our aim is to evaluate the anxiety of children\u2019s parents and the factors that influence the prediction of anxiety and children\u2019s behavior, as well as its impact on the risk of caries. Method: This is a descriptive cross-sectional study. For data collection, scientifically validated questionnaires were used for parents (n = 101) and children (n = 101). Statistical analysis was performed using the Chi2 test, the independent sample t test, and the Mann\u2013Whitney test. Results: A direct relationship (p = 0.095) was found between the Corah test and the Venham test, as well as statistical significance (p = 0.035) between the STAI-Trait and the Venham test. The type of treatment the child is going to undergo is a determining factor in parental anxiety. A total of 85% of the patients exhibited positive behavior regardless of the degree of parental anxiety. 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