Clinical Trial

A Comparative Study of Virtual Reality and Sensory-Adapted Dental Environments for Dental Anxiety Reduction in Individuals With Borderline Intellectual Functioning

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This record was last updated April 7, 2026 (before its estimated May 5, 2026 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.
Summary
A randomized clinical trial was conducted with 100 participants with borderline intellectual functioning (BIF) and moderate dental anxiety (DAS: 9-12). Participants were assigned in a 1:1 ratio to either the Virtual reality (VR) or sensory adapted dentist environment (SADE) group (50 per group). The primary outcome was treatment success, defined as completing a dental restoration under local anesthesia within 30 minutes.
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Trial Details
NCT Number NCT07503249
Lead Sponsor Oasi Research Institute-IRCCS
Conditions Borderline Intellectual Functioning (BIF)
Enrollment 100 participants
Start Date 2026-04-20
Primary Completion 2026-05-05 (estimated)
Study Completion 2026-05-10 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2026-04-07