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Digital imaging for diagnosing cavities, plaque, and gum disease

RESTODATA-NUM: A Multicenter Observational Study on the Assessment of Dental Pathologies Using Digital Tools in Adults

Observational Recherche Clinique en Odontologie (ReCOL) · NCT07205588

This project will test whether panoramic X-rays, intraoral scanners, and cone-beam CT help dentists detect cavities, dental plaque, and periodontitis in adult patients.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment350 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorRecherche Clinique en Odontologie (ReCOL) Research network
Locations22 sites (Châtillon and 21 other locations)
Trial IDNCT07205588 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational project collects routine clinical oral exams alongside digital images from panoramic radiography, intraoral scanners, and when indicated cone-beam CT to compare information each tool provides. Consent adult patients who are new to the practice or have not visited in the past six months will have their clinical findings and corresponding images recorded and archived. The design is non-interventional and excludes pregnant people, individuals under legal guardianship or curatorship, and patients with fixed orthodontic appliances. Analyses will describe how each imaging modality complements the visual exam for diagnosing caries, plaque, and periodontal disease and document workflow implications.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults (18+) who can give informed consent, are affiliated with a social security scheme, and are new to or have not visited the participating dental practices in the past six months.

Not a fit: Patients under 18, pregnant people, individuals under legal guardianship or curatorship, and patients currently undergoing orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances are excluded and unlikely to benefit from participation.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this could help dentists detect dental problems earlier and plan treatment more accurately while making impressions more comfortable for patients.

How similar studies have performed: Intraoral scanners and CBCT are already used in routine dentistry and previous work has shown they can improve visualization and treatment planning, although diagnostic benefit varies by condition and modality.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients who have read the information sheet and agreed to participate in the study
* Patients affiliated with a social security scheme
* Patients aged 18 years or older
* New patients to the practice or patients who have not visited the practice in the past six months

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient who has expressed opposition to participating in the study
* Age \< 18 years
* Individual under legal guardianship or curatorship
* Pregnant woman
* Patient currently undergoing orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances

Where this trial is running

Châtillon and 21 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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Conditions Dental CariesDental PlaquePeriodontitis
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.