Cartoons vs. parents: which calms a Child's dental fear?
NCT ID NCT07740525
First seen Jul 31, 2026 · Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Summary
This trial tests whether watching cartoons or having a parent present during dental treatment better reduces anxiety in children aged 4 to 11. Researchers will measure heart rate and oxygen levels to see which approach is more calming. The goal is to find simple, non-drug ways to make dental visits less stressful for kids.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Audiovisual distraction (e.g., cartoons) and parental presence during dental procedures
- What this could lead to
- If effective, these simple techniques could offer a drug-free way to ease dental anxiety in children, improving their experience and cooperation during treatment.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial, and results may not apply to all children or settings. The effectiveness of distraction or parental presence can vary widely between individuals.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Operative dentistry department,PIMS
RECRUITINGIslamabad, Federal, Pakistan
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