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New 3D device aims to take the pain out of dental needles

NCT ID NCT06676098

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a new 3D-printed device that helps dentists give numbing injections more accurately for procedures on lower teeth. Traditional numbing methods fail up to 45% of the time, causing discomfort. The device uses a 3D scan to guide the needle to the right spot, aiming to improve success and reduce pain. Ten adults needing root canal treatment on lower teeth will try it, and researchers will ask how well it worked and if it was safe.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 10 people

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Started

Dec 2025

Expected to finish

Nov 2027

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Lead sponsor

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patient of Henry M. Goldman School of Dentistry (GSDM) * Medical History indicating American Society of Anesthesiology (ASA)1 * Need Non-surgical Endodontic Therapy on Mandibular Molar or Premolar * Asymptomatic pulpal diagnosis (normal, necrotic, asymptomatic irreversible pulpitis, retreatment with no symptoms) * The quadrant to be treated must have at least 3 vital teeth. * Going to receive a CBCT required for clinical purposes * Must be willing to receive guided IANB Exclusion Criteria: * Allergy to lidocaine or articaine * Resin allergy * Normal teeth unresponsive to thermal testing (ie calcified chamber) * Prior jaw surgery * Currently pregnant

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Locations

  • Goldman School of Dental Medicine, Boston University

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    Boston, Massachusetts, 02118, United States

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