Can a melatonin sticker calm kids at the dentist?

NCT ID NCT07162272

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Ain Shams University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether melatonin patches can reduce dental anxiety in children aged 5-7. Fifty-two kids were split into two groups: one got melatonin patches on their forearm 30 minutes before treatment, the other got placebo stickers. Researchers measured anxiety using a child-friendly scale, plus pulse and blood pressure, at several points during the visit.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: melatonin patches
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a natural, safe way to help children feel less anxious during dental visits.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed Phase 4 trial with only 52 children. Results may not apply to all kids, and melatonin might not work better than a placebo.

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CHILDREN DENTAL ANXIETY

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Locations

Outpatient clinic of pediatric dentistry department faculty of Dentistry Ain Shams University

Cairo, Egypt

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