Clinical trials
Dental Anxiety clinical trials
Below are recruiting dental anxiety clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 30 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07240233Enrolling by invitation
Music for dental anxiety in adults
This trial tests whether listening to music through headphones during dental treatment can help lower anxiety. If you get nervous at the dentist and are willing to wear headphones, this study may be a good fit.
AlmadaAges 18 years+ - NCT06182462Recruiting
Virtual reality for dental anxiety in children
This study tests whether wearing a virtual reality headset during dental treatment can help reduce fear and anxiety in children. If you feel nervous about dental visits, this may be a way to stay calm and comfortable.
Montreal, QuebecAges 6–17 - NCT06912854Recruiting
Sensory-adapted dental visits for children with fear of the dentist
This study tests whether a specially adapted dental environment (with calming sights and sounds) can make cleanings easier and less scary for children. It may help kids who are afraid of the dentist or not.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 6–12 - 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 - NCT07542665Recruiting
Aromatherapy vs Music for Calming Children During Dental X-rays
This study tests whether calming scents (aromatherapy) or soothing music helps children feel less anxious during a routine dental X-ray called panoramic radiography. Researchers want to see which approach works better to make the experience easier for kids.
NiğdeAges Any age - NCT07778134Recruiting
Personalized storybook for better dental visits in children
This study tests whether a personalized storybook (created with AI) helps reduce anxiety and improve cooperation in children during dental fillings. It may help kids who are nervous about dental visits feel more at ease.
EskişehirAges 4–7 - NCT06623851Recruiting
Digital vs. traditional dental molds for preschoolers
This study compares two ways of taking dental molds (digital vs. traditional) to see which one makes children feel less anxious and more comfortable. It is for young children who are cooperative and have never been to the dentist before.
AlexandriaAges 4–6 - NCT07398898Recruiting
Can glasses and headphones reduce dental anxiety?
This study tests whether special glasses that show relaxing images and noise-cancelling headphones can help adults feel less anxious during common dental procedures like cleanings, fillings, or extractions.
Warsaw, Masovian VoivodeshipAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT07245030Recruiting
Virtual reality vs show-do for dental anxiety in kids with hearing loss
This trial tests whether virtual reality or a show-do method works better to reduce dental anxiety in children who have moderate to severe hearing loss. If your child needs a dental cleaning, this could help make the visit less stressful.
Giza, Giza GovernorateAges 6–12 - 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 - NCT07462364Recruiting
Using a kaleidoscope or cartoons for dental treatment in children
This study tests whether using a kaleidoscope or watching cartoons can help calm children during dental treatment that requires a numbing shot. It aims to find a simple way to make dental visits less scary.
Diyarbakır, DiyarbakırAges 7–12 - NCT07113080RecruitingPhase 4
Do Lemongrass and Lavender Help Kids With Dental Shots?
This study tests whether smelling lemongrass and lavender scents can help reduce fear and pain when a child gets a numbing shot at the dentist. It is for children ages 7 to 11 who are healthy and have never been to the dentist before.
Cairo, Cairo GovernorateAges 7–11 - NCT06347679Recruiting
Can aromatherapy ease anxiety and pain during dental work?
This study tests whether smelling certain essential oils (aromatherapy) can help reduce anxiety and pain during dental treatments. If you are an adult having a dental procedure, this may be a way to feel more comfortable without medication.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–40 - NCT07439289Recruiting
Turtle help during dental visit to reduce child's anxiety
This study uses a calm, supervised turtle interaction to help children feel less anxious during a routine dental visit. It may be a good fit if your child is ages 6-10, generally healthy, and not afraid of turtles.
Iğdır, IğdırAges 6–10 - 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 - NCT07072559Enrolling by invitation
Can a dental game reduce pain and anxiety during kids' pulp treatment?
This study tests whether playing a dental-themed game on a mobile device can help children aged 4 to 7 feel less pain and anxiety during a pulpotomy (a procedure to treat deep cavities in baby teeth). It aims to make the dental visit easier for kids who are cooperative but may be nervous.
Al MansurahAges 4–7 - NCT07740525Recruiting
Reducing anxiety in children during dental fillings
This trial tests whether using videos or having a parent present can help reduce anxiety in children during dental fillings. The goal is to make the dental visit less stressful for your child.
Islamabad, FederalAges 4–11 - NCT07273968Recruiting
Virtual reality for anxiety during wisdom tooth extraction
This study tests whether wearing a virtual reality headset during wisdom tooth removal can help reduce anxiety. It is for generally healthy adults who are having multiple wisdom teeth extracted.
StrasbourgAges 18–65 - NCT07167394Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality glasses for kids' dental pain relief
This trial tests whether virtual reality (VR) goggles can reduce pain during dental treatment in children aged 6 to 10 who have never been to the dentist before and have a cavity in a back tooth.
Ankara, YenimahalleAges 6–10 - NCT07579416Recruiting
Teeth Grinding, Anxiety, and Gum Health in Dental Students
This study looks at the connection between teeth grinding (bruxism), anxiety, and gum health in dental students. Researchers want to understand how stress and grinding habits affect the teeth and gums of students in their final years of dental school.
HomsAges 18 years+ - NCT07667023Enrolling by invitation
Virtual reality for kids' dental anxiety
This trial tests whether using a virtual reality headset can help reduce anxiety in children during dental treatment. It may be a good option if your child is nervous about the dentist.
BudapestAges 6–12 - NCT07201480Recruiting
Thinking about death and emotions: a lab study
This study looks at how thinking about death affects feelings of anxiety and sadness. You'll do a short lab task and answer questions.
Cluj-NapocaAges 18–65 - 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
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for dental anxiety?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 30 recruiting dental anxiety 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 anxiety 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 anxiety 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.