Tactile Pre-Visit Imagery Effect on Behavior of Children During Dental Procedures
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.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 4–10 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria: * Children aged 4-10 years * ASA I or II * Patients who have NOT had dental treatment before * Patients needing at least ONE composite filling or stainless steel crown \[CP1\] with nitrous oxide and local anesthesia (composite filling must be done at the first treatment visit) * Parents and children must speak English or Spanish Exclusion Criteria: * Children with developmental delays or cognitive impairments that may impact their ability to participate in pre-visit imagery activities * Patients with visual or tactile disabilities associated for a particular medical cond…
Interventions
- BehavioralTactile 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 ClinicLos Angeles, California
- Altamed Dental ClinicSanta Ana, California