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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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • New York University

    New York, New York, 10010, United States

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