Virtual reality goggles make tooth pulls less scary for kids
NCT ID NCT06954883
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether wearing augmented reality goggles during a tooth extraction could help children aged 6 to 10 feel less pain and anxiety. Sixty kids were split into two groups: one used the goggles as a distraction, while the other received standard care. The goal was to see if a fun, high-tech distraction could make dental visits easier for young patients.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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60 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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May 2025
- Finished
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Aug 2025
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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6 to 10 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Children aged 6-10 years Indicated for anterior primary tooth extraction No previous exposure to local anesthesia Exclusion Criteria: * Medically compromised children Children with cognitive or communication impairments Children who underwent similar treatment within the past 3 months
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Assiut University
Asyut, Asyut Governorate, 71511, Egypt
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