RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06483828

Impact of Dental Anxiety Coping Module on Children with Dental Anxiety

The Impact of Dental Anxiety Coping Module on Children with Dental Anxiety: a Randomised Controlled Trial


Sponsor

University of Malaya

Enrollment

60 participants

Start Date

Oct 10, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

The aim of this study is to evaluate the impact of the Dental Anxiety Coping Module (DACM) in children with dental anxiety. The main questions to answer are: 1. Will the Dental Anxiety Coping Module has any effect on dental anxiety in primary school children based on MY-ACDAS and HRV-Biofeedback? 2. Is there any difference in dental anxiety between control and intervention group on baseline and post-test measured with MY-ACDAS? 3. Is there any difference in dental anxiety between control and intervention group on baseline, during and post-test measured with and HRV-Biofeedback?


Eligibility

Min Age: 7 YearsMax Age: 11 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study is testing a dental anxiety coping program for children in Malaysia. It uses heart rate variability (HRV) biofeedback — a technique where children learn to regulate their own stress response through breathing — to help them feel calmer before and during dental appointments. **You may be eligible if...** - Your child is 7–11 years old - Your child understands basic Malay or English - Your child has been identified as having dental anxiety based on standard screening scores - Your child is classified as low-to-moderate medical risk (ASA I or II) **You may NOT be eligible if...** - Your child needs emergency dental treatment (such as pain or infection) - Your child has a learning disability, hearing impairment, visual impairment, or other developmental or intellectual disability - You as parent or guardian do not consent to your child's participation Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

BEHAVIORALDental Anxiety Coping Module

Dental tour where participants will be introduced to the dental clinic setting while Expressive Art Therapy, participants will engage with activity of making collage and finger painting.


Locations(1)

Universiti Malaya

Petaling Jaya, WP KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia

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