Virtual reality during gum surgery
This study tests if using a virtual reality headset during a gum surgery called a frenectomy can help reduce pain and anxiety. It may be a good option if you're having this procedure and want a distraction.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You are scheduled for a frenectomy (gum surgery).
- You have not had gum surgery before.
- You have not used a virtual reality headset before.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You do not have conditions like claustrophobia or vertigo, and you are not taking certain psychiatric or sedative medications.
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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