Using a smartphone app to improve oral health habits
Personalized Digital Behavior Change Interventions to Promote Oral Health
This study is testing a new app called eBrush that helps people improve their tooth-brushing habits by giving personalized tips and support, making it easier for everyone to take better care of their teeth.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11129631 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to tackle the common issue of dental disease by developing personalized digital interventions that promote better oral hygiene behaviors. By utilizing an innovative app called eBrush, the project will monitor users' tooth-brushing activities and provide tailored guidance to improve their oral health practices. The approach involves engaging patients in the design of the app to ensure it meets their needs and preferences, ultimately aiming to bridge the gap between knowledge and practice in oral hygiene.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults over the age of 21 who are at risk for poor oral hygiene and dental disease.
Not a fit: Patients who already maintain excellent oral hygiene practices may not receive significant benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved oral health outcomes and reduced incidence of dental disease among participants.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using digital interventions to promote health behavior changes, indicating a promising approach for improving oral health.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, United States
- University of California Los Angeles — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shetty, Vivek — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Shetty, Vivek
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 below.