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Gadgets vs. dental pain: VR and white noise tested in kids with ADHD

NCT ID NCT07411157

Symptom relief Sponsor: Alexandria University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether virtual reality glasses or white noise headphones could reduce pain and anxiety in 48 children with ADHD during dental procedures. The children were distracted with cartoons or white noise while dentists worked. Researchers measured pain through behavior, heart rate, and self-reports to see if these simple tech tools make dental visits easier.

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Active substance
virtual reality glasses and white noise
What this could lead to
If effective, these simple distraction tools could make dental visits less stressful and painful for children with ADHD.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 48 children, so results may not apply to all kids with ADHD. The techniques only mask pain, not treat it.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

48 people

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Started

Jul 2023

Finished

Feb 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

7 to 10 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Children diagnosed with ADHD according to the DSM-V criteria and diagnosis confirmed by a pediatric neurologist. * All children should be on stimulant medication. * No previous dental experience. * Written consent of the legal guardian. Exclusion Criteria: * Children with physical disabilities or other psychiatric disorders. * Children with visual or hearing disabilities. * Patients requiring emergency treatment.

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Conditions

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attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder Toothache

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Dental pain

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Pediatric Neurology Outpatient Clinic, Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University, Egypt

    Alexandria, Alexandria Governorate, 21527, Egypt

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