Comparing Brief Relaxation Period to Virtual Reality Period in Reducing Dental Anxiety Prior to Root Canal Treatment

Participants randomized to this arm will receive earphones to listen to an 8 minute guided brief relaxation recording, focusing on breathing and a body scan. Participants will listen to the recording prior to their dental procedure.

Participants randomized to this arm will receive will receive virtual reality goggles and choose a scene of their liking to experience. Participants will choose from 11 different themed environments (such as savannah, beach, meadow, or space), and will experience the chosen virtual reality environment for 8 minutes. Participants will complete the virtual reality intervention prior to their dental procedure.