Cartoons and music ease Kids' dental fears, study finds

NCT ID NCT07336719

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Selcuk University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether showing cartoons or playing music during tooth extractions can lower pain and anxiety in children aged 6 to 12. Sixty kids were randomly assigned to watch cartoons, listen to music, or receive standard care. Researchers measured heart rate, oxygen levels, and self-reported pain and fear. The goal is to find simple, non-drug ways to make dental visits more comfortable for children.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: cartoon viewing and music listening
What this could lead to: If effective, this simple, drug-free approach could help reduce pain and fear in children during dental procedures, making visits less stressful.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 60 children, so results may not apply to all kids or other procedures. The effect may be modest and not replace standard pain management.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

agnosia anxiety disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

DENTAL ANXIETY DENTAL EXTRACTION DISTRACTION PAIN MANAGEMENT

Contacts and locations

Locations

Selcuk University

Konya, 42130, Turkey (Türkiye)

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