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Tactile Pre-Visit Imagery
Sponsor: University of Southern California
Summary
In pediatric dentistry, our primary goals are to prevent dental caries and, when necessary, provide treatment in a safe and comforting environment that minimizes anxiety for young patients. By familiarizing young patients with the steps involved in common dental procedures, tactile pre-visit imagery booklets can reduce the fear of the unknown. Study Objective/Purpose: The purpose of this study is to determine whether tactile pre-visit imagery could reduce dental anxiety and fear in pediatric patients prior to their first restorative procedure. An additional aspect of this study entails assessing the patient's behavior and determining if it improves with the use of a tactile pre-visit imagery booklet.
Official title: Tactile Pre-Visit Imagery Effect on Behavior of Children During Dental Procedures
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
4 Years - 10 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
100
Start Date
2026-01-15
Completion Date
2028-06
Last Updated
2026-07-22
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Tactile Previsit Imagery Booklet
Physical Booklet that walks patient through all materials used during the dental treatmne and contains physical items that are going to be used so that patient can touch and feel.
Locations (2)
USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry - Pediatric Dental Clinic
Los Angeles, California, United States
Altamed Dental Clinic
Santa Ana, California, United States