Music may soothe dental nerves in new study
NCT ID NCT07240233
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether listening to music through headphones during dental procedures can lower anxiety in adults. Sixty participants will be split into three groups: one listens to classical music, one wears silent headphones, and one receives standard care. Anxiety levels are measured before and after the procedure using questionnaires.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Music via headphones
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce anxiety during dental visits.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study with only 60 participants. The effect may be small or not better than just wearing headphones without music.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Egas Moniz School of Health and Science
Almada, Portugal
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