U.S., Oct. 31 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07906288) titled 'Effectiveness of Clown Therapy in Facilitating Dental Visits for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder' on June 16.
Brief Summary: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by difficulties in verbal and non-verbal communication and social interaction, as well as repetitive and stereotyped behaviors. Home oral hygiene procedures are often resisted by children with ASD; consequently, maintaining an adequate level of oral hygiene can be challenging, leading to an increased risk of dental caries and gingivitis compared with children without ASD.
Children with ASD frequently experience difficulties a...