Virtual Reality Distraction in Patients Undergoing Periodontal Surgery

Evaluation of Virtual Reality Distraction on Dental Anxiety in Patients Undergoing Periodontal Surgery

The goal of this randomized controlled clinical trial is to evaluate the effect of virtual reality technology on anxiety and pain levels in patients undergoing periodontal surgery.

Participants will be randomly assigned into test and control groups. While the patients in the test group will undergo periodontal surgery with virtual reality distraction, the patients in the control group without distraction. After treatment, the groups will be compared regarding anxiety and pain levels.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Individuals over the age of 18
• Systemically healthy patients
• Need for periodontal surgical treatment in the mandibular anterior region
• Scoring 15 or above on the modified dental anxiety scale

Exclusion Criteria:

• Having a history of seizures or a convulsive disorder
• Balance disorders such as nystagmus, vertigo
• Use of psychotropic drugs
• Getting treatment for anxiety
• Presence of dermatological lesions on the face, especially around the eyes
• A lesion in the eye that will prevent the use of virtual reality glasses
• Systemic disease and medication use that contraindicate periodontal surgery