How the dentist talks during numbing injections
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
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.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older
- You need a numbing shot for dental treatment
- You speak and understand French well
- You have health insurance (social security)
- You are willing and able to give your written permission to take part
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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