Training for parenting educators to improve children's oral hygiene
Official title: Multi-Media Professional Development for Parenting Educators to Deliver Oral Hygiene Education for Parents of Young Children
Funded at Oregon Res Behavioral Intervention Strat · NIH-10822918 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a fun and helpful training program for parenting educators to teach parents how to take care of their young children's teeth, making it easier for families to adopt good dental habits for kids aged 2 to 5.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 2 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oregon Res Behavioral Intervention Strat NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Springfield, UNITED STATES) |
| Project start | September 10, 2020 |
| Project end | July 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $908,824 |
| NIH project number | 2R44DE030019-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10822918 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are parents or caregivers of children aged 2 to 5 years who are seeking to improve their children's oral hygiene.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have children in the targeted age group or those who are not involved in parenting may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a multimedia training program for parenting educators to effectively teach parents about oral hygiene for their young children. It addresses the challenges parents face in adopting preventive dental care strategies, particularly for children aged 2 to 5 years. By integrating behavioral parenting strategies with educational content, the program aims to enhance parental engagement and promote better oral health practices. The initiative is a collaboration between various organizations to create a practical and accessible intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved oral health outcomes for young children by equipping parents with the knowledge and skills needed to prevent dental decay.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in using behavioral strategies to improve parenting practices and child health outcomes, indicating that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
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Oregon Res Behavioral Intervention Strat
Springfield, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Smith, David Randolph — Oregon Res Behavioral Intervention Strat
- Study coordinator: Smith, David Randolph
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.