Latakia University
Clinical trials sponsored by Latakia University, explained in plain language.
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No drill, no shot: new study tests easier crowns for Kids' teeth
Disease control CompletedThis study will test a gentler way to fix cavities in children's permanent molars using the Hall Technique, which places a stainless steel crown without drilling or numbing shots. Ten children will get either the Hall Technique or the standard method (with drilling and anesthesia…
Sponsor: Latakia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 17, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Bone drug injection may help dental anchors last longer
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether injecting a small amount of zoledronic acid near orthodontic miniscrews helps them stay in place. Sixty-eight patients each received the drug on one side of the mouth and a placebo on the other. The goal was to see if the drug reduces screw loosening and…
Sponsor: Latakia University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Can a simple bleach step make tooth stains disappear?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tests whether adding a sodium hypochlorite (bleach-like) solution to a standard tooth-resin treatment can better hide yellow or brown stains on front teeth caused by a condition called molar-incisor hypomineralization (MIH). Twenty-four teeth from children with MIH wil…
Sponsor: Latakia University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 12, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Virtual reality goggles may help kids face the dentist with less fear
Symptom relief CompletedThis trial tests whether wearing a virtual reality headset during dental anaesthesia and tooth extraction can lower children's pain, anxiety, and stress. Sixty-four children aged 6 to 10 will be randomly assigned to receive either standard behaviour management or VR distraction. …
Sponsor: Latakia University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 25, 2026 00:00 UTC