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Quiz game takes the fear out of dentist visits for kids

NCT ID NCT06241157

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

Summary

This study tested a fun question-and-answer game, called the Pediatric Quiz Game, to help reduce anxiety in children during dental treatment. Eighty children aged 4 to 8 who had never been to the dentist took part. The game was designed to distract and engage kids, making them feel more in control and less scared. Researchers measured anxiety and pain levels using several child-friendly scales.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

80 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jan 2022

Finished

May 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

4 to 8 years

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Children of age group 4-8 years. 2. with no previous dental experience. 3. without any systemic or mental disorders. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Children or their families that could not agree to participate the study 2. They had a previous serious dental experience in need of emergency treatment 3. Having systemic or mental disorders

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Conditions

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Child Behavior

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Marmara University, Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Pediatric Dentistry

    Istanbul, Istanbul, 34854, Turkey (Türkiye)

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