Picture this: no more fear of the dentist for kids!
NCT ID NCT07571421
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether showing children a visual guide about the dentist's office could lower their anxiety. 70 kids aged 5 to 14 were split into two groups: one got the picture-based lesson, the other got standard care. The children who saw the pictures reported less fear and had lower heart rates, especially older kids. This simple, no-medicine approach could make dental visits easier for children.
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Istanbul University Faculty of Dentistry
Istanbul, 34188, Turkey (Türkiye)
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