Virtual reality beats laughing gas for Kids' dental pain?
NCT ID NCT05890898
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 09, 2026 · Updated 30 times
Summary
This study compared using virtual reality (VR) goggles versus nitrous oxide (laughing gas) to help children aged 4 to 12 feel less pain and anxiety during dental procedures like fillings and extractions. Each child tried both methods on separate visits. Researchers measured pain using standard scales to see if VR distraction works as well as the standard gas.
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Geisinger
Danville, Pennsylvania, 17822, United States
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