Evaluation of oral health in beach workers

Oral and Buccal Evaluation of Mobile Beach Workers

Universidade Metropolitana de Santos · NCT04236700

This study looks at the oral health of beach workers to see how sun exposure affects their mouths and to provide them with helpful information on preventing injuries and oral cancer.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment300 (estimated)
Ages20 Years to 70 Years
SexAll
SponsorUniversidade Metropolitana de Santos (other)
Locations2 sites (Santos, SP and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT04236700 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to assess the prevalence of oral and perioral injuries among beach workers who are frequently exposed to the sun. It involves conducting oral examinations and providing information on care, symptoms, and prevention of oral cancer. The study will track participants over multiple visits to evaluate the effectiveness of the information provided and promote self-examination practices. The focus is on understanding the associations between sociodemographic factors, occupational exposure, and general health in relation to oral health outcomes.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals who work on the beach and are willing to participate in oral health evaluations.

Not a fit: Patients who do not work as beach vendors or those unwilling to participate in the evaluation may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance awareness and prevention of oral cancers among beach workers, leading to improved health outcomes.

How similar studies have performed: While similar studies have explored oral health in various populations, this specific focus on beach workers and sun exposure is relatively novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* be walking beach worker

Exclusion Criteria:

* not wanting to participate in the evaluation

Where this trial is running

Santos, SP and 1 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: Buccal Cavity Cancer, Labial Lipoma, Buccal cancer

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 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.