New varnish showdown: can a fluoride coating soothe sensitive teeth?
NCT ID NCT07622043
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two dental varnishes—one with fluoride and one without—to see which better reduces tooth sensitivity. Sixty-six adults with sensitive teeth will have each varnish applied to different teeth and rate their pain over time. The goal is to find a simple, effective treatment for dentin hypersensitivity.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Fluoride-containing varnish and fluoride-free placebo varnish
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a more effective way to relieve tooth sensitivity using a simple varnish.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 66 people. The fluoride-free varnish is a placebo, so the real benefit may be small or temporary.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Internal Clinic Ivoclar Vivadent AG
Schaan, 9494, Liechtenstein
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