Music may take the edge off dental fear, small study suggests
NCT ID NCT07274501
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looked at whether listening to music while waiting for a dental filling can help people with moderate dental anxiety feel calmer. Researchers measured stress hormones, heart rate, and blood pressure in 90 healthy volunteers. The goal was to see if a simple, non-drug approach could make dental visits less stressful.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Music listening
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help people feel calmer before dental procedures.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 90 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and music may not reduce anxiety for all individuals.
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Locations
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Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Dentistry
Trabzon, 61080, Turkey (Türkiye)