Positive Pre-Visit Imagery Does Not Reduce Dental Anxiety in Children

Children were shown four A4-sized laminated color images depicting positive dental scenes (e.g., children interacting happily with the dentist, smiling after treatment) for 2 minutes prior to the procedure.

Children were shown four A4-sized laminated color images depicting neutral nature scenes (e.g., a beach, sunset, flowers) for 2 minutes prior to the procedure.