Reducing anxiety in children during dental fillings
Part of Pain, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial tests whether using videos or having a parent present can help reduce anxiety in children during dental fillings. The goal is to make the dental visit less stressful for your child.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 4 and 11 years old.
- Your child needs to have a cavity or tooth decay that requires a filling.
- Your child must be in good general health (ASA I or II), meaning no serious medical conditions.
- Your child should not have special healthcare needs that require extra support.
- Your child should not be coming in for emergency dental treatment.
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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