Smartphone Application in Reducing Dental Anxiety

Effectiveness of Smartphone Application in Reducing Anxiety During Pediatric Dental Procedures: a Controlled Clinical Study

evaluating the effectiveness of smartphone applications (Tell-Play-Do) (TPD) in reduction of preoperative anxiety in children undergoing restorative treatment, as measured by heart rate and Venham's Picture Test.

A total of at least 78 patients aged from 6-8 years will be included. All participants will be divided equally into two groups. Study group TPD using smartphone application and Control group (Tell-Show-Do) (TSD) using traditional behavior management technique.

Dental anxiety using Venham's Picture Test and heart rate using pulse oximeter will be assessed during dental treatment

Inclusion Criteria:

• School-age children aged from 6-8 years.
• Presence of carious primary molars without pulpal involvement.
• Parents have the ability to write, read and willingness to participate in the study.
• First dental visit to the clinic.
• Normal healthy children.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Children with previous dental experience.
• Medically compromised children.
• Children with special needs (physical or mental).