Can a light show calm dental fear? new study tests sensory projector for special needs patients
NCT ID NCT06776653
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a sensory projector called Tovertafel Pixie can reduce anxiety in patients with special needs during dental care. About 100 adults will be observed in a real-life setting at Nantes University Hospital. The projector displays calming images on ceilings or walls to distract patients. Researchers will compare anxiety levels between those exposed to the projector and those who are not.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Tovertafel Pixie projector (sensory distraction device)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to ease anxiety during dental visits for people with special needs.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, real-life study with no blinding, so results may be influenced by other factors. The projector may not reduce anxiety for everyone.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHU Nantes-Department of Dentistry
RECRUITINGNantes, Nantes, 44000, France