Comparing electric and manual toothbrushes for orthodontic patients after oral surgery

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 clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of a dual light ultrasonic toothbrush compared to a manual toothbrush in improving periodontal health among orthodontic patients undergoing oral surgery, specifically those with cleft lip and palate. The study involves a randomized control design with three groups: patients undergoing orthognathic surgery, those undergoing bone-graft surgery, and patients without pending surgery. The trial will assess periodontal outcomes using various indices and statistical methods to analyze the data collected from 189 participants.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient of record of the Craniofacial and Special Care Orthodontic Clinic at Children's Hospital Los Angeles
* Between the ages of 6 and 20 years
* Physical status of ASA I or II
* Diagnosis of craniofacial and/or isolated, complete or incomplete, bilateral or unilateral cleft lip and palate

Exclusion Criteria:

* physical inability to brush teeth
* cognitive inability to comprehend and follow directions.

Where it's running

• Chilldren's Hospital Los Angeles
  Los Angeles, California, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Stephen Yen, DMD, PhD — Children's Hospital Los Angeles and USC
• Study coordinator: Stephen Yen, DMD, PhD
• Email: syen@chla.usc.edu
• Phone: 3233612130

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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.