Feasibility of Using Somatosensory Input on Pediatric Patient Anxiety & Experience in the Dental Clinic

Abstract Date Presented 03/23/24 Dental anxiety can lead to avoidance of dental care, causing deterioration of dental health in the long run. This study explores the use of somatosensory input (deep pressure and vibration) to reduce dental anxiety in a pediatric dental clinic. Primary Author and Speaker: Mahira Ali Additional Authors and Speakers: Virginia W. Chu Contributing Authors: Liara Vinson, Jayakumar Jayaraman, Carol Caudill