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Tactile Pre-Visit Imagery

University of Southern California · NCT07719205

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Key facts

Compensation
Not posted. Ask the study team before screening.
Who can join
Ages 4–10 · All sexes
Healthy volunteers
Accepted
Study type
Interventional · Not applicable
Target enrollment
100
US sites recruiting
2
Study start
January 15, 2026
Record last updated
July 22, 2026

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What the study is about

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.

Being studied: Tactile Previsit Imagery Booklet

Conditions: Dental Anxiety in Children; Behavior Change

Eligibility criteria

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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 condition or as reported on their medical history form
  • Patients who refuse to wear nitrous hood
  • Emergency dental appointments

Recruiting US locations

  • USC Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry - Pediatric Dental Clinic

    Los Angeles, CA 90089

    Site contact: Catherine Pham · 213-740-0412 · cmpham@usc.edu

  • Altamed Dental Clinic

    Santa Ana, CA 92704

    Site contact: Alyssa Nowlen · 888-499-9303 · annowlen@usc.edu

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