Can a dental game reduce pain and anxiety during kids' pulp treatment?
Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether playing a dental-themed game on a mobile device can help children aged 4 to 7 feel less pain and anxiety during a pulpotomy (a procedure to treat deep cavities in baby teeth). It aims to make the dental visit easier for kids who are cooperative but may be nervous.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 4 and 7 years old.
- Your child is generally cooperative and can follow instructions in the dentist's office.
- Your child has a deep cavity in one of their lower baby molars that needs a pulpotomy.
- Your child does not have any chronic health conditions or special healthcare needs.
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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