Melatonin patch may ease Kids' dental fears
NCT ID NCT07162272
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 25 times
Summary
This study tested whether melatonin patches, a natural sleep aid, can reduce dental anxiety in children. Fifty-two healthy kids aged 5-7 received either a melatonin patch or a placebo sticker before dental treatment. Researchers measured anxiety using a child-friendly scale, blood pressure, and pulse rate. The goal was to find a safer alternative to current anxiety medications.
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Outpatient clinic of pediatric dentistry department faculty of Dentistry Ain Shams University
Cairo, Egypt
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