DENTAL ANXIETY

This study compares a needle-free injection system to a traditional dental syringe for numbing children's teeth before extraction. About 60 healthy kids aged 6 to 12 will be randomly assigned to one method. Researchers will measure their anxiety, pain, and vital signs to see if t…

This study tests if using augmented reality glasses can distract children and reduce their pain and anxiety during a tooth extraction. Thirty healthy children aged 6 to 8 who need a baby molar removed will be randomly assigned to wear either virtual reality or augmented reality g…

This study looks at whether simple toys like play dough, slime, or plush animals can help children feel less anxious and experience less pain during dental procedures. Ninety children aged 6 to 10 will be randomly assigned to play with one of these toys or receive no distraction …

This study looks at whether having a turtle in the room can help children aged 6 to 10 feel less anxious during a routine dental checkup or simple treatment like fluoride application. Researchers will measure anxiety using questionnaires and heart rate, comparing children who hav…

This study looks at whether listening to nature sounds like ocean waves, bird songs, and light rain can help older adults feel less anxious and fearful during a dental filling. About 78 people aged 65 and older will be randomly assigned to listen to nature sounds, white noise, or…

This study looks at whether smelling lavender oil, rosemary oil, or a mix of both can help children feel less anxious and experience less pain during a tooth extraction at the dentist. Eighty healthy children who need a lower baby tooth pulled will be randomly assigned to one of …

This study will test if a computer-controlled anesthesia system causes less pain and anxiety in children during dental work compared to traditional numbing shots. About 84 kids aged 7 to 10 who have never had dental treatment will take part. Researchers will measure pain and anxi…

This study will test if smelling lavender or bitter orange essential oils can help children aged 6-12 feel less anxious and experience less pain when getting a numbing shot at the dentist. About 26 kids will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: lavender scent, bitter oran…