Headsets vs. dim lights: which soothes dental fear in special kids?
NCT ID NCT07503249
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests two ways to reduce dental anxiety in 100 children aged 10-13 with borderline intellectual functioning. One group uses a virtual reality headset during dental treatment, while the other group experiences a sensory-adapted room with dim lights and quiet tools. The goal is to see which approach helps more kids complete a filling within 30 minutes without distress.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Virtual reality headset and sensory-adapted dental environment
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help children with borderline intellectual functioning get dental care without fear.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 100 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The interventions may not work for all children or in all dental settings.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Oasi Research Institute
Troina, EN, 94018, Italy
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