Improving pain assessment methods for children in dental care
Implementation of Evidence-Based Pain Assessment in Pediatric Dentistry
This study is all about making visits to the dentist easier and less scary for kids by finding better ways to measure and manage their pain, helping dentists use these tools more often, and training the team to improve children's dental experiences.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10684684 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing how pain is measured and managed in pediatric dentistry. It aims to identify the challenges dentists face in using standardized pain assessment tools and develop strategies to encourage their consistent use. By implementing evidence-based practices, the project seeks to improve the dental experience for children, reducing fear and future avoidance of dental care. The research also includes training for the principal investigator in various relevant fields to ensure effective implementation of these practices.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who require dental procedures and may experience pain during treatment.
Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing dental procedures or are outside the age range of 0-11 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better pain management for children during dental procedures, improving their overall dental experiences and long-term oral health.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in implementing evidence-based practices in other areas of healthcare, suggesting a promising outlook for this approach in pediatric dentistry.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- University of Washington — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Randall, Cameron L — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: Randall, Cameron L
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.