Lavender or bitter orange aromatherapy for kids at the dentist
Part of Mental health, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests whether smelling lavender or bitter orange essential oils can help reduce anxiety and pain for children aged 6-12 during dental procedures that require a numbing shot. It offers a natural way to help your child feel calmer and more comfortable at the dentist.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 6 and 12 years old.
- Your child is having a dental procedure that needs a numbing shot (local anesthesia).
- Your child is generally healthy without serious medical conditions.
- Your child is cooperative enough to sit through a dental visit.
- Your child does not have a cold, cough, or other respiratory infection.
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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