VR goggles take the fear out of the Dentist's chair
NCT ID NCT06513260
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether wearing virtual reality glasses during wisdom tooth surgery can lower anxiety and pain. Fifty adults with high dental fear were randomly assigned to have the procedure with or without VR. Researchers measured heart rate, blood pressure, and anxiety scores before, during, and after surgery, and also asked the dentist about any difficulties.
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 glasses
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help people feel less anxious during dental procedures.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with only 50 participants. The results may not apply to everyone, and the VR headset might be uncomfortable or interfere with the dentist's work.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Kütahya Health Science University
Kütahya, 43020, Turkey (Türkiye)
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