PREFERENCES AMONG CHILDREN FOR DIFFERENT CARTOONS, COLORS, DENTAL CHAIR AND DENTIST ATTIRE AND ITS ROLE IN DESIGNING PAEDIATRIC DENTAL CLINIC- AN OBSERVATIONAL STUDY

Abstract

Background: Dentistry for children is not difficult but different from that for adults. In the modern era of advancement where everything is advancing, the design for paediatric dental clinic shouldn't be lacking behind. Aim: To provide best dental experience to children along with addition of technology, the present observational study was conducted to know the recent trending interests for cartoons, colors, dental chair and dentist attire designs among children.

Materials and Methods: A personal interview was carried out in which among 100 children were shown different Placards in the form of collage after obtaining consent from their parents, Children aged between 4 and 9 years participated in this interview.

Results: Based on the response, it was observed that most of the children preferred Doraemon Cartoon, Pink and Orange Colors, Simple Dental Chair and White dentist Attire.

Conclusion: This can be utilized in creating a child friendly clinic which develops friendly relationship between the child and pediatric dentist and enhances a positive attitude towards dentistry from childhood.