Transforming Dental Anxiety with Extended Reality
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Dental anxiety affects many people, including children and adults. Extended reality (XR) offers immersive experiences that help distract and calm patients during dental visits. Research shows XR can reduce anxiety, pain, and blood pressure. However, challenges like virtual environment sickness and high costs hinder its adoption. Ensuring equitable access to XR is essential, as its future in healthcare could address various mental health issues.
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