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NCT06691269 Photobiomodulation and Tooth Analgesia

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NCT ID NCT06691269
Status Recruiting
Phase
Sponsor University of Maryland, Baltimore
Condition Dental Anaesthesia
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment 200 participants
Start Date 2025-07-07
Primary Completion 2027-06

Eligibility & Interventions

Sex All sexes
Min Age 6 Years
Max Age 12 Years
Study Type INTERVENTIONAL
Interventions
PhotobiomodulationTopical BenzocaineLocal Anesthesia

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What to Expect as a Participant

You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.

This trial targets 200 participants in total. It began in 2025-07-07 with a primary completion date of 2027-06.

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Brief Summary

The purpose of this study is to test photobiomodulation (PBM) with a non-invasive light device for reducing discomfort during dental treatments in children. We plan to conduct a series of three clinical studies in 200 school-aged children requiring routine dental treatment. The first study aims to test if PBM works for tooth and soft tissue by assessing response to cold testing and probing of gums. The second study aims to test if use of PBM on soft tissues before injection reduces discomfort. The third study aims to test if PBM can be used to do simple dental fillings in baby teeth without numbing injection.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Healthy children, aged 6-12 years, requiring routine dental treatment Exclusion Criteria: * Children with uncooperative behavior or signficant medical history

Contact & Investigator

Central Contact

Vineet Dhar, BDS, MDS, PhD

✉ vdhar@umaryland.edu

📞 410-706-7970

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can join the NCT06691269 clinical trial?

This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 6 Years or older, up to 12 Years, studying Dental Anaesthesia. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.

Is NCT06691269 currently recruiting?

Yes, NCT06691269 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at vdhar@umaryland.edu for enrollment information.

Where is the NCT06691269 trial being conducted?

This trial is being conducted at Baltimore, United States.

Who is sponsoring the NCT06691269 clinical trial?

NCT06691269 is sponsored by University of Maryland, Baltimore. The trial plans to enroll 200 participants.

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