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Effects of Aromatherapy on Anxiety and Pain During Dental Treatment in Adults

Effects of Aromatherapy on Anxiety and Pain During Dental Treatment in Adults: a Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial


Sponsor

Sichuan University

Enrollment

120 participants

Start Date

May 1, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Summary

Dental anxiety is a common problem in dental care. The aim of this protocol is to evaluate the effect of orange and tea essential oil for the control of anxiety and pain in adults during dental treatments.


Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 40 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study tests whether aromatherapy (using essential oils) can reduce anxiety and pain during routine dental procedures such as fillings, root canals, tooth extractions, or gum treatments. Participants will be exposed to specific scents in the dental environment and assessed before and after their procedure. **You may be eligible if...** - You are an adult needing dental treatment (fillings, root canal, gum cleaning, or tooth extraction) - You are able to understand the study and are willing to participate - You are able to complete all assessments during and after treatment **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You are allergic to any of the essential oils or dental materials used in the study - You are only having an oral examination (no treatment) - You have a serious heart condition, severe high blood pressure, or respiratory disease - You are pregnant or breastfeeding - You have depression, an anxiety disorder, or another mental health condition that could interfere with study results Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

OTHERAroma diffuser with single-note sweet orange essential oil

In a space of 3\*4\*2.6 cubic meters, positioned 10 cm away from the patient, add 4-6 drops (each drop being 0.05 ml) of 100% concentration single-note sweet orange essential oil into the aroma diffuser reservoir containing 120 ml of water.

OTHERAroma diffuser with single-note tea tree essential oil

In a space of 3\*4\*2.6 cubic meters, positioned 10 cm away from the patient, add 4-6 drops (each drop being 0.05 ml) of 100% concentration single-note tea tree essential oil into the aroma diffuser reservoir containing 120 ml of water.

OTHERAroma diffuser with water

In a space of 3\*4\*2.6 cubic meters, positioned 10 cm away from the patient, add 4-6 drops (each drop being 0.05 ml) of water into the aroma diffuser reservoir containing 120 ml of water.


Locations(1)

West China Hospital of Stomatology SIchuan University

Chengdu, Sichuan, China

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