Tactile Pre-Visit Imagery | NCT07719205

NCT07719205

Overview

NCT ID: NCT07719205
Lead Sponsor: University of Southern CaliforniaOTHER
Official Title: Tactile Pre-Visit Imagery Effect on Behavior of Children During Dental Procedures
Brief Summary: In pediatric dentistry, our primary goals are to prevent dental caries and, when necessary, provide treatment in a safe and comforting environment that minimizes anxiety for young patients. By familiarizing young patients with the steps involved in common dental procedures, tactile pre-visit imagery booklets can reduce the fear of the unknown.

Study Objective/Purpose: The purpose of this study is to determine whether tactile pre-visit imagery could reduce dental anxiety and fear in pediatric patients prior to their first restorative procedure. An additional aspect of this study entails assessing the patient's behavior and determining if it improves with the use of a tactile pre-visit imagery booklet.
Conditions: Dental Anxiety in Children
Behavior Change

Ages Eligible for Study: Child (0-17)
Sexes Eligible for Study: All
Accepts Healthy Volunteers?: Yes
Eligibility Criteria: Inclusion Criteria:

Children aged 4-10 years

ASA I or II

Patients who have NOT had dental treatment before

Patients needing at least ONE composite filling or stainless steel crown [CP1] with nitrous oxide and local anesthesia (composite filling must be done at the first treatment visit)

Parents and children must speak English or Spanish

Exclusion Criteria:

Children with developmental delays or cognitive impairments that may impact their ability to participate in pre-visit imagery activities

Patients with visual or tactile disabilities associated for a particular medical condition or as reported on their medical history form

Patients who refuse to wear nitrous hood

Emergency dental appointments