Clinical trial No longer in our active list Observational Ages 6 to 9

Exploring the link between body weight, tooth growth, and cavities in school children

Official title: The Relationship Between Body Mass Index, Dental Eruption and Dental Caries Prevalence in School Children: A Cross-sectional, Observational Study

Run by Al-Azhar University · NCT05902611 · Data updated 2026-05-14

This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.

This study looks at how a child's weight affects their tooth growth and the chances of getting cavities in kids aged 6 to 9.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages6 Years to 9 Years
SexAll
Enrollment1224 (estimated)
SponsorAl-Azhar University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Cairo)
Trial IDNCT05902611 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are children aged 6 to 9 years who are cooperative and have parental consent.

Probably not a fit

Children with systemic diseases affecting cooperation or those who are uncooperative may not benefit from this study.

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

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to investigate how body mass index (BMI) relates to dental eruption and the prevalence of dental caries among school children aged 6 to 9 years. It will assess BMI through a formula that considers height and weight, while also evaluating the timing of dental eruption and the presence of cavities. The study seeks to understand the multifactorial nature of obesity and dental caries, considering factors such as dietary habits and oral hygiene. By analyzing these relationships, the research hopes to provide insights into the health risks associated with obesity in children.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could help identify at-risk children and inform preventive strategies for obesity and dental health.

How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have explored the relationship between obesity and dental health, indicating potential success in understanding these connections.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Parents and patients, acceptance and cooperation.
* children between 6 and 9 years of age.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Uncooperative child.
* Children with systemic disease that can affect their cooperation.

Where it's running

  • AlAzhar university
    Cairo, Egypt
    Recruiting

Study contacts

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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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.