Using a puppet to help kids feel less anxious at the dentist
Part of Mental health, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial tests if a ventriloquist puppet can help calm children during dental visits. It may be a good fit for healthy kids who need routine dental care but are nervous.
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Who can take part
- Your child is generally healthy with no long-term medical conditions
- Your child needs to see the dentist for a procedure
- Your child has not had a bad experience at the dentist before
- Your child does not need major dental surgery
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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