Brainwave headphones may calm kids' dental fears
NCT ID NCT07617662
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether a device that uses sounds and lights to guide brainwaves into a relaxed state can help children aged 6-9 feel less anxious and experience less pain during tooth extractions. Thirty-four children will either use the brainwave entrainment headset before treatment or receive standard care. Researchers will measure anxiety and pain using behavioral scales and heart rate.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- brainwave entrainment device
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to help children feel calmer and experience less pain during dental visits.
- What could go wrong
- This is a very small early trial with only 34 children, so results may not apply to everyone. The effect may be small or not work at all.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Faculty of dentistry Alexandria university
Alexandria, Egypt
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