Virtual Reality Distraction for Dental Anxiety (RCT)
Recruiting
N/A
Interventional Study
Dental Anxiety
Dental Phobia
Dental Trauma
Dental Diseases
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
Healthy Volunteers Welcome
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
At a Glance
- Age
- 6 – 17
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 88 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- St. Justine's Hospital · Other
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About This Trial
The aim of this randomized clinical trial is to verify the efficacy of VR immersion over a muted cartoon on a wall-mounted TV to decrease dental fear and anxiety of children undergoing dental procedures. The study also aims to gain insight on the satisfaction of parents and healthcare providers on the use of VR during dental appointments.
Main research question: Does VR immersion compare to a car…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
1. Aged 6 to 17 years;
2. Received the dentist's recommendation to participate;
3. Required to undergo any dental procedure;
4. Accompanied by a parent or a legal guardian who can understand, read, and write in either French or English.
Exclusion Criteria:
1. Suffer from epile…
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