Trippy glasses could soothe Kids' dental fears
NCT ID NCT07595731
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether special kaleidoscope glasses can reduce pain and anxiety in children aged 4-6 during dental pulp therapy (a baby root canal). The glasses show colorful, changing patterns to distract the child. Researchers will compare the glasses to the Tell-Show-Do method, where the dentist explains and shows tools before using them. The goal is to make dental visits easier and more comfortable for children.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Kaleidoscope glasses
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help children feel less pain and worry during dental procedures.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 39 children, so results may not apply to all kids. Some children may not want to wear the glasses.
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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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About 39 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Jun 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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May 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
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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4 to 6 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Children aged between 4-6 years old. * Healthy with no systemic illness or allergies. * Indicated for pulp therapy in their lower primary molar. * Parents who agree to sign informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Children with systemic or mental disorders. * Children without parental consent. * Children complaining of acute dental pain. * Children receiving analgesics within the last 48 hours.
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