Virtual Reality and Anxiety in Pediatric Dentistry (NCT04886141) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Virtual Reality and Anxiety in Pediatric Dentistry
United States53 participantsStarted 2021-10-21
Plain-language summary
Two groups of pediatric patients between the ages of 4 to 12 years old will be examined in this study. The treatment group will receive dental treatment while wearing Virtual reality Headset. Control group will receive the standard of care dental treatment with under nitrous sedation. Procedures performed in all groups will be restorative treatments, which can include intraoral anesthetic injections, placing dental fillings, crowns, and the extractions of teeth. In group 1, A specific VR headset, the "Oculus Quest 2" will be used. Through the headset, a video will be played for the child during a dental procedure.
Who can participate
Age range
4 Years – 12 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Male or female pediatric dental patients age 4-12 years
* Require a restorative procedure that includes injection of anesthesia .
* Exhibiting behavior Frankel 2 or 3 during their new patient, recall or previous dental appointment.
* ASA 1 or 1
Exclusion Criteria:
* Children who exhibit behavior rated as Frankl 1, or Frankl 4.
* Have health issues that prevent use of VR Oculus headset,
* Hypersensitivity to audio-visual devices that can lead to seizures
* ASA 3 or 4
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Rate of effectiveness virtual reality goggles reduce pain