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Master's Research Project

Designing an Interactive Animation with Habit Theories to Promote Toothbrushing

Client
UIC Pediatric Dental Clinic & Preventing Recurrent Operations Treating Early Children Caries Treatment (PROTECT Program)
 
Target Audience
Caregivers and Young Children (Aged 3-7 and experienced severe cavities and general anesthesia surgery)
 
Medium
Adobe After Effects, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Premiere Pro, and Articulate Storyline

Description
This interactive module scaffolds segmented activities aimed at habit building, improving motivation, and developing a toothbrushing routine to avoid recurrent cavities.
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The module aims to teach oral health and promote toothbrushing that meets the American Dental Association standards, showcasing quality and proper techniques.
 
Multiple theories of learning, self-motivation, and habit formation were investigated and implemented to increase best practices for consistent routine and dental hygiene. Storytelling highlights key components of the habit and learning principles and isolates focus on the different tooth surfaces. The colors, visual, and audio design create a positive, relaxing, and engaging experience for new and recurrent viewers.

Short Clips

Parental Guide.gif

Parental Guide: Answers to common dental questions caregivers may have

Bathroom.gif

Interactivity: Users are able to choose their favorite color toothbrush and measure the right amount of toothpaste 

Intro.gif

Introduction: Users are introduced to scenes with habit theories integrated

Brushing.gif

Brushing Activity: Users can pick any quadrant of the mouth to brush, covering all tooth surfaces (front, back, and biting) until the entire mouth is clean

Video Walkthrough

Has audio

Behind the Scenes

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