Health education interventions to prevent dental issues in orthodontic patients

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 two health education interventions aimed at preventing dental caries and gingivitis in patients undergoing orthodontic treatment. It compares a conventional oral health education approach with a motivational interviewing strategy to encourage sustainable behavioral changes in oral hygiene practices. The study will involve 94 participants aged 13 to 28, who will be monitored over six months for changes in oral health outcomes. Assessments will include the presence of gingivitis, caries, and adherence to the interventions at multiple follow-up points.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients enrolled in the different orthodontic postgraduate clinics of the National University of Colombia who requires treatment with fixed orthodontic appliances
* 13 years old up to 28 years of age.
* Willingness to participate in the study and signature of the informed consent form.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients with untreated caries lesions
* Patients with periodontal diseases or experience
* Previous orthodontics treatments
* Severe fluorosis or enamel abnormalities.
* Medical compromise or treatments generating hyposalivation or gingival enlargement
* Craniomaxillary anomalies
* Cognitive or motor disability
* Pregnancy.
* Dependence to alcohol, nicotine or psychoactive substances

Where it's running

• Universidad Nacional de Colombia
  Bogotá, Colombia Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Adriana Forero Niño, DDs — 111211
• Study coordinator: Adriana Forero Niño, DDs
• Email: apforeron@unal.edu.co
• Phone: (571) 3102416420

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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.