Virtual reality may replace needles for dental fear?
NCT ID NCT07760987
First seen Aug 12, 2026 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests whether wearing a virtual reality headset that shows a calming nature video can reduce anxiety, pain, and stress during a periodontal frenectomy, a minor gum surgery. Adults aged 18 to 65 who need this procedure will be randomly assigned to receive either standard care or standard care plus virtual reality distraction. Researchers will measure pain, anxiety, blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen levels during the surgery, and track pain and healing for a week afterward.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Virtual reality-based audiovisual distraction using a head-mounted device showing a nature video
- What this could lead to
- If effective, virtual reality could become a simple, drug-free way to ease anxiety and pain during minor dental surgeries, improving patient comfort and experience.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial, and results may not apply to all dental procedures or patients. Some people may find the headset uncomfortable or experience side effects like dizziness.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Bilecik Seyh Edebali University Faculty of Dentistry
Bilecik, Bilecik, 11100, Turkey (Türkiye)
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