Efficacy of kaleidoscope, virtual reality, and video games to alleviate dental anxiety during local anesthesia in children: a randomized clinical trial
Karthik Anchala,
Voppathotty Tirumala,
Kanamarlapudi Venkata Saikiran
et al.
Abstract:Background
Distraction is a technique used to divert a patient’s attention from unpleasant procedures. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of kaleidoscopy, virtual reality, and video games in reducing anxiety and pain during invasive dental procedures in children.
Methods
Sixty-six children aged 6 to 9 years were randomly assigned to three groups during local anesthesia administration: Group 1 (kaleidoscope), Group 2 (virtual reality), and Group 3 (mobile vid… Show more
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