Clinical trials
Dental Anesthesia clinical trials
Below are recruiting dental anesthesia clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 15 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07101068Recruiting
Comparing two ways to give dental numbing for kids
This study tests a new dental injector against a traditional syringe to see which one causes less pain and anxiety for children getting numbed for their first cavity treatment.
Cairo, Cairo GovernorateAges 6–8 - NCT07060170Recruiting
Can VR or AR glasses help kids feel less pain at the dentist?
This study tests if wearing fun glasses that show virtual or augmented reality can help children feel less pain and worry when getting a numbing shot for a cavity. It compares two types of high-tech glasses to see which works better.
Cairo, EgyptAges 5–8 - NCT07133919Recruiting
AI communication to reduce dental anxiety in children
This trial tests whether a child-friendly, AI-assisted conversation method can help reduce anxiety in children who need a dental filling, pulpotomy, or similar treatment. It is for children ages 6-12 who are coming to the dentist for the first time and will receive local anesthesia.
Çanakkale, KepezAges 7–12 - NCT07547371Recruiting
Aromatherapy and Digital Anesthesia for Dental Anxiety in Children
This study tests whether aromatherapy (calming scents) and digital anesthesia (numbing technology) can help reduce anxiety and pain when children need a baby molar removed. The goal is to find gentler ways to keep children comfortable during dental procedures.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 6–12 - NCT06430957Recruiting
Sleep apnea risk after dental surgery under general anesthesia
This study checks dental patients for the risk of sleep apnea before surgery and looks at whether that risk is linked to problems after general anesthesia. It may help you understand your own risk and improve safety.
KayseriAges 18–80 - NCT06725134Recruiting
Do therapy dogs help kids feel calmer during dental shots?
This study tests if having a trained therapy dog in the room reduces a child's anxiety and improves their behavior when getting numbing medicine for dental work. It could help children who are nervous about dental procedures feel more at ease.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 4–12 - NCT07045116Recruiting
Electronic vs. standard syringe for kids' dental pain and anxiety
This study tests if an electronic syringe causes less pain and anxiety in children during a dental numbing shot compared to a conventional syringe. It is for healthy 6-8 year olds getting their first dental visit and who need a filling on a baby molar on each side of the mouth.
CairoAges 6–8 - NCT07323420Recruiting
Breathing patterns for kids during dental anesthesia
This study tests whether changing how your child breathes during dental surgery (the ratio of breathing in vs. out) affects how well they recover from anesthesia. The goal is to find a breathing pattern that helps children wake up more smoothly and safely.
KirikkaleAges 2–12 - NCT06691269Recruiting
Light therapy for pain-free dental care in kids
This study tests a special light therapy called photobiomodulation to see if it can reduce pain during routine dental care in children. It may offer a safe, non-drug way to help kids feel more comfortable at the dentist.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 6–12 - NCT06757075RecruitingPhase 4
Managing pain after children's dental surgery
This study tests different ways to manage pain in young children after dental surgery done under general anesthesia. It aims to find the best method to keep children comfortable and reduce discomfort.
Brighton, MassachusettsAges 4–6 - NCT06892184Recruiting
How the dentist talks during numbing injections
This study tests whether the way your dentist communicates with you during a numbing shot (para-apical anesthesia) affects your pain and comfort. It may help find the best way to talk to patients during dental procedures.
Clermont-FerrandAges 18 years+ - NCT06863103Enrolling by invitation
Treating children with major dental needs
This study explores how dentists and dental specialists treat children who need a lot of dental work. It aims to improve care for kids with extensive dental needs.
MalmöAges Up to 65 years - NCT07130760Recruiting
Testing two numbing methods for tooth pain in a back molar
This trial compares two ways to numb a painful lower back molar. If you have a tooth infection that needs a root canal, you may receive one of two injection techniques to see which works better.
Ferrol, A coruñaAges 18 years+ - NCT07108439Recruiting
Numbing technique for tooth removal in children under anesthesia
This study tests a special numbing technique (intraosseous anesthesia) for removing permanent back teeth in children who are already under general anesthesia for dental treatments. The goal is to see if it helps reduce pain after the procedure.
GhentAges 6–12 - NCT06564987RecruitingPhase 1
Risk of nerve damage from numbing shots for dental work
This study looks at whether a common numbing shot for dental procedures can cause nerve damage. It may help dentists choose safer ways to numb your teeth.
Akron, OhioAges 18–55
Hear when a new Dental Anesthesia trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.
Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for dental anesthesia?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 15 recruiting dental anesthesia studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a dental anesthesia trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a dental anesthesia trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.