Plain-English translation of NCT06912854 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing whether specially designed dental environments can help children feel less anxious and scared during routine teeth cleanings. Researchers will compare a regular dental office setup to one that has been modified to reduce overwhelming sights and sounds, and they will also test whether watching a short video of another child having a successful cleaning helps. The goal is to understand what works best to make dental visits easier and less stressful for children who experience dental fear.
Many children feel anxious or scared at the dentist, which can make it hard for them to get the dental care they need. This trial is trying to find practical, low-cost ways to reduce that fear and discomfort so that children can have better experiences and take better care of their teeth.
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You will come to the dental office for a teeth cleaning appointment. Before your visit, you may be asked to watch a short 5-minute video on an iPad that shows another child (about your age) having a successful, calm dental cleaning. During your appointment, your cleaning will take place either in a regular dental room or in a specially designed room with softer lights, sounds, and sensory features meant to feel calming. Your dentist will check your teeth, clean them, and apply fluoride, just like a normal visit—you'll just have a chance to earn a small toy from the treasure box for doing great.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 14, 2026 · Not medical advice
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