New dental shot may ease pain for kids with toothaches
NCT ID NCT07638254
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a specially prepared (buffered) numbing shot works better than the standard shot to reduce pain and anxiety in children aged 6 to 12 who need a tooth filling or root canal for an infected baby tooth. Researchers will measure pain using a behavior scale, heart rate, and skin signals during the procedure. The goal is to make dental visits more comfortable for kids.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 60 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Mar 2026
- Expected to finish
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Oct 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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6 to 12 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * Children aged 6 to 12 years * Diagnosis of irreversible pulpitis due to dental caries in primary maxillary molars * American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) Physical Status Classification I * Cooperative or definitely cooperative behavior according to Frankl Behavioral Scale (Frankl III or IV) * Written informed consent provided by parent or legal guardian, and child assent when applicable * No use of analgesic or anti-inflammatory medication within 24 hours prior to the procedure Exclusion Criteria: * Known allergy to any component of local anesthetic solution * History of negative or traumatic dental experiences within the previous 12 months that may interfere with behavioral assessment * Radiographic evidence of periapical pathology associated with the affected tooth * Presence of localized abscess or acute spreading infection at the injection site
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Locations
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Universidad Autónoma de San Luis Potosí
RECRUITINGSan Luis Potosí City, San Luis Potosí, 78290, Mexico
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