NCT06422611

Comparing Dental Impression Methods for Children

Comparison of Traditional and Digital Impression Methods for Pediatric Patients in Terms of Satisfaction

• Status: Completed
• Phase: —
• Study type: Observational
• Enrollment: 60 (actual)
• Sponsor: Ege University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 7 Years – 12 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Accepted

Summary

The precision of dental restorations and the production of dental models has improved due to the acceleration of technical advancement and the introduction of computer-aided manufacturing. The study's objective is to compare the conventional imprint approach with a digital one in order to compare patients' comfort levels, preferences, and treatment times among pediatric patients.

Detailed description

In this study, 60 volunteers without any prior exposure to traditional or digital impressions took part. Using a C-type impression medium, conventional impressions of the maxillary and mandibular dental arches were taken. Digital impressions are taken using an intra-oral scanner at the same appointment. Following the impressions, a standardized questionnaire was used to assess the individuals' attitudes, preferences, and perceptions of the impression procedures. The Wong-Baker Pain Rating Scale was used to assess the perceived source of stress and Frankl Behavioural Scale was used for assessing behaviour. After taking the impression, the processing phases of the impression techniques (working time, etc.), and parental satisfaction were noted.

Conditions

• Dental Impression, Pediatric Dentistry, Satisfaction

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
DEVICE	Impression methods	Both digital and conventional impressions were taken from same patients

Timeline

• Start date: 2023-04-20
• Primary completion: 2023-05-30
• Completion: 2023-08-20
• First posted: 2024-05-21
• Last updated: 2024-05-21

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Turkey (Türkiye)