Background: Visually impaired children frequently have trouble with maintaining oral hygiene and have more dental diseases. It is due to increased dental anxiety caused by their inability to visually anticipate procedures and limited availability of Braille story resources. This randomized controlled trial investigates the effectiveness of a custom-developed Braille narrative book, “Tactile Tales for Tranquil Smiles,” in alleviating dental anxiety among children with visual impairments. Materials and Methods: This study comprised a two-arm, prospective, double-blind randomized controlled trial featuring 1:1 allocation. Forty-eight (48) children aged 7–12 years with visual impairments were randomly assigned to either the intervention group (receiving a custom Braille storybook) or the control group (undergoing desensitization techniques). Conducted across two visits – one for initial screening and one for treatment – both were managed by an experienced pediatric dentist. Anxiety levels were evaluated at each visit using the Modified Dental Anxiety Scale (MDAS) and Venham’s Clinical Anxiety Scale (VCAS). Results: The data were analyzed with SPSS software. The Wilcoxon signed-rank test was performed to compare anxiety levels. The group receiving the intervention had significantly lower anxiety levels (MDAS: 15.6–7.08 and VCAS: 2.85–0.95, P < 0.001) compared to the control group. Conclusion: This innovative Braille tooth tales storybook, an inclusive educational tool, demonstrates the potential of sensory-based interventions in improving pediatric dental experiences and promoting emotional well-being.
Havale et al. (2026) studied this question.