Using personalized music to reduce anxiety and pain during gum surgery

Effects of a Personalized Sound Intervention on Anxiety, Pain, and Satisfaction During Autogenous Gingival Graft in Adults: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Not applicable Interventional Université de Montréal · NCT05632679

This study is testing if listening to personalized music during gum surgery can help reduce anxiety and pain for patients.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment50 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorUniversité de Montréal Academic / other
Locations3 sites (Montreal, Quebec and 2 other locations)
Trial IDNCT05632679 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effects of a personalized music intervention on anxiety, pain, and dissatisfaction in patients undergoing autogenous gingival grafts. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either personalized music, an audiobook, or standard care during their procedure. The aim is to determine if music can provide a non-invasive and cost-effective way to improve patient experiences in dental settings. The study will involve a total of 60 participants, with each group consisting of 20 individuals.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older who require a gingival graft lasting no more than 1.5 hours.

Not a fit: Patients who do not require a gingival graft or have mental health, neurological, or auditory disorders may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly enhance patient comfort and satisfaction during dental procedures.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that music interventions can effectively reduce anxiety and pain in various medical settings, suggesting a promising approach for this study.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Need a gingival graft that will not exceed 1.5 hour of surgery
* Understand spoken and written French or English
* Has the capacity to understand procedures and follow instructions
* Consent to follow instructions
* Consent to receive either the active or control sound condition
* Being 18 years or older

Exclusion Criteria:

* Do not need a gingival graft
* Need a gingival graft that will last more than 1.5 hour of surgery
* Mental health or neurological disorders
* Auditory disorder
* Allergy or intolerance to NSAIDS

Where this trial is running

Montreal, Quebec and 2 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Music InterventionGingival GraftAnxietyPainDissatisfaction
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