Puppy power in the Dentist's chair: can dogs calm scared kids?

NCT ID NCT07448714

Summary

This study tested whether having a friendly, trained therapy dog present could help children who are anxious or uncooperative during dental treatments. Researchers compared the behavior of 20 children aged 4-12 during two similar dental visits—one with a dog and one without. The goal was to see if the dog's presence made the children calmer and more cooperative, making the dental experience easier for everyone.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Puerto Rico - School of Dental Medicine

    San Juan, PR, 00936, Puerto Rico

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