Could a vibrating massager take the sting out of dental needles for kids?
NCT ID NCT07682181
First seen Jul 02, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a vibrating facial massager, used alongside numbing gel, can reduce pain and anxiety from dental injections in children aged 4 to 12. The idea is that vibration distracts the brain from pain signals, based on the Gate Control Theory. Children will report their pain using a faces scale, and heart rate will be measured as a sign of stress.
What this could mean
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Active substance
vibrating facial T massager
What this could lead to
If effective, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to make dental injections less painful for children.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial. The massager may not reduce pain significantly, and results may not apply to all children.
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