No more fear of the dentist? new VR treatment shows promise
NCT ID NCT06494176
First seen Jan 06, 2026 · Last updated Jun 08, 2026 · Updated 20 times
Summary
This study tests a new approach to help people with dental fear feel more comfortable at the dentist. Participants use a mobile app at home and a virtual reality headset in the dental office. The goal is to see if this method reduces fear and improves the dental visit experience compared to usual care. About 250 people aged 13 and older with moderate to high dental fear are taking part.
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New York University
New York, New York, 10010, United States
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