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Effect of Virtual Reality Distraction on Anxiety Control During Impacted Molar Tooth Surgery

Launched by KUTAHYA HEALTH SCIENCES UNIVERSITY · Jul 17, 2024

Trial Information

Current as of July 26, 2025

Not yet recruiting

Keywords

Dental Anxiety Impact Molar Virtual Reality

ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying whether using virtual reality (VR) glasses can help reduce anxiety and pain during the surgical removal of impacted lower third molars, commonly known as wisdom teeth. The researchers want to find out if patients feel less anxious and experience less pain when they use VR during the procedure. They will also check if using the VR headset makes it harder for the dentist to perform the surgery.

To participate in the trial, you need to be at least 18 years old, generally healthy, and scheduled for the surgical extraction of your wisdom teeth. You’ll also need to have a moderate level of dental anxiety, as indicated by a specific anxiety scale. Before the surgery, you will take an anxiety test and have your vital signs checked. During the procedure, you may either use the VR glasses or not, depending on which group you are assigned to. After the surgery, there will be another anxiety test and your vital signs will be recorded again. This trial is not yet recruiting participants, but it aims to help improve the experience for those needing dental surgery in the future.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • Being over 18 years old
  • Being systemically healthy
  • Needing surgical extraction treatment of impacted lower third molar (in mesioangular position according to Tetsch and Wagner Classification)
  • Having a score of 11 or higher on the dental anxiety scale
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • History of seizures or convulsive disorders
  • Balance disorders such as nystagmus or vertigo
  • Use of psychotropic medications
  • Undergoing treatment for anxiety
  • Patients with psychiatric disorders
  • Presence of dermatological lesions, especially around the face and eyes
  • Presence of any lesion in the eye that would prevent the use of virtual reality
  • Presence of systemic diseases and medication use contraindicating surgical extraction of impacted teeth

About Kutahya Health Sciences University

Kutahya Health Sciences University is a premier academic institution dedicated to advancing healthcare through innovative research and clinical trials. Committed to fostering excellence in medical education and patient care, the university collaborates with leading researchers and healthcare professionals to conduct cutting-edge studies aimed at improving health outcomes. With a focus on translating scientific discoveries into practical applications, Kutahya Health Sciences University plays a vital role in shaping the future of healthcare through rigorous clinical research and interdisciplinary collaboration.

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Patients applied

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Trial Officials

Eda İzgi

Principal Investigator

Kutahya University of Health Sciences

Timeline

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Estimated completion

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