Virtual reality versus show-do to reduce dental anxiety in children with hearing impairment
A Comparative Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Virtual Reality Eyewear vs Show-Do Technique on Dental Anxiety and Behavior in a Group of Children With Different Levels of Hearing Impairment During Dental Prophylaxis Procedure: A Randomized Controlled Trial
This trial will test whether virtual reality goggles plus the Show-Do technique help reduce dental anxiety and improve behavior during dental cleaning for Egyptian children with moderate to severe hearing impairment.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 54 (estimated) |
| Ages | 6 Years to 12 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | October University for Modern Sciences and Arts Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Giza, Giza Governorate and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT07245030 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This randomized controlled trial at the Pediatric Dentistry Department, MSA University in Giza will assign children with moderate to severe hearing impairment who need dental prophylaxis to either Show-Do alone or Show-Do combined with virtual reality eyewear. Participants are randomized 1:1 and receive the assigned behavioral management approach during a scaling and polishing visit. Outcomes include physiologic anxiety (pulse rate), self-reported pictorial anxiety (PJS-Pictorial Scale), and observed behavior (Frankl Behavior Rating Scale). The goal is to determine whether immersive VR distraction improves cooperation and reduces dental anxiety compared with the standard Show-Do method.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Children with moderate to severe hearing impairment who require dental prophylaxis and are otherwise healthy enough to participate without severe cognitive or systemic disorders are ideal candidates.
Not a fit: Children with severe cognitive or developmental disorders, complicated systemic diseases, or those unable or unwilling to tolerate VR eyewear or follow the protocol are unlikely to benefit from this intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the approach could lower anxiety and improve cooperation, making routine dental care easier and more effective for children with hearing impairment.
How similar studies have performed: Systematic reviews and prior pediatric VR studies show reduced pain and anxiety in medical and dental settings, but VR specifically studied in children with hearing impairment remains limited.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Children with moderate to severe Hearing impairment. 2. Children require dental prophylaxis. 3. Apparently, Health Children. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Children with severe cognitive impairment or developmental disorders. 2. Children who are unable or unwilling to cooperate with the study protocol or assessment. 3. Children with complicated systemic diseases.
Where this trial is running
Giza, Giza Governorate and 1 other locations
- October University for Modern Sciences and Arts — Giza, Giza Governorate, Egypt (Recruiting)
- October University for Modern Sciences and Arts — Giza, Egypt (Not_yet_recruiting)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.