Toys and TV beat needle fear: study tests fun distractions for kids at the dentist
NCT ID NCT07462364
First seen Mar 10, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 5 times
Summary
This study looks at whether using a kaleidoscope or watching cartoons can lower pain, fear, and anxiety in children aged 7 to 12 when they get a numbing shot at the dentist. About 126 kids will be split into three groups: one uses a kaleidoscope, one watches cartoons, and one gets the shot as usual. The goal is to find simple, non-drug ways to make dental visits easier for children.
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Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Dicle University
RECRUITINGDiyarbakır, Diyarbakır, 21000, Turkey (Türkiye)
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