Caries risk after dental treatment under general anesthesia in young children

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This cross-sectional observational project will recruit at least 44 systemically healthy children who received dental treatment under general anesthesia for ECC at Aydın Adnan Menderes University between 2015 and 2020. In a single clinic visit researchers will collect clinical exams (dmft/DMFT, Plaque Index, Gingival Index, probing depth), stimulated salivary flow and buffer capacity measures, and standardized questionnaires on diet, fluoride exposure, socioeconomic status, and dental visit history. The Cariogram model will combine these inputs to generate individualized caries risk profiles and identify key contributing factors. Collected data will be analyzed using SPSS to inform long-term preventive strategies and oral health policies for high‑risk pediatric populations treated under GA.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Pediatric patients who underwent dental treatment under general anesthesia for early childhood caries (ECC) at the Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Aydın Adnan Menderes University between 2015-2020
* Patients whose follow-up information (e.g., discharge summary, treatment plan) is accessible through clinical records
* Individuals who provide written informed consent signed by their parents/legal guardians and assent from the child to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

* Individuals with medical conditions that may affect oral health, such as systemic diseases, immunodeficiencies, or chronic illnesses
* Children with special healthcare needs or mental/physical disabilities
* Patients who do not cooperate during the examination or do not allow the completion of the oral examination

Where it's running

• Aydın Adnan Menderes University, Faculty of Dentistry
  Aydin, Aydın, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Melis Akyıldız — Aydın Adnan Menderes University, Faculty of Dentistry
• Study coordinator: Melis Akyıldız
• Email: baharmeliss@hotmail.com
• Phone: 05387970703

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.