Which dental numbing device hurts least? study tests 5 options
NCT ID NCT07184879
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested five different devices for giving numbing shots in the roof of the mouth (palate) to 200 healthy adults having a molar pulled. The goal was to see which device caused the least pain and fear during the injection. Researchers measured pain, fear levels, and heart rate changes to find the most comfortable option.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
articaine 4% with epinephrine 1:100,000
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help dentists choose a device that makes palatal injections less painful and less scary for patients.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with 200 healthy adults, so results may not apply to everyone. It compares devices, not a new treatment, so no major breakthrough is expected.
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Locations
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Istanbul Aydın University Faculty of Dentistry, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)