Intraoral camera–guided parent training for children's oral hygiene

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 randomized controlled trial will enroll 40 children aged 5–7 and their parents and randomly assign them to either intraoral camera–assisted education or standard verbal education using a brushing model. The intervention group receives real-time visualization of plaque, caries signs, and brushing technique with an intraoral camera while the control group receives conventional verbal coaching. Primary outcomes include children's plaque and gingival status and ICDAS caries scores, with secondary outcomes including Occlusal Plaque Index on first permanent molars and parental oral health literacy measured by TOHLAT-P. Outcomes are measured at baseline and again at a 1-month follow-up to compare short-term changes.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Systemically healthy children
* Age between 5-7 years, with at least one first permanent molar in the eruption stage
* No urgent treatment needs (e.g., dental trauma or pain)
* Voluntary participation with signed and verbal informed consent from parents, and willingness to attend follow-up visits regularly

Exclusion Criteria:

* Children with special healthcare needs, intellectual disabilities, or autism spectrum disorder
* Children with a Frankl Behavior Rating Scale score of 1 (Definitely negative)

Where it's running

• Aydın Adnan Menderes University, Faculty of Dentistry
  Aydin, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Melis AKYILDIZ — Aydın Adnan Menderes University, Faculty of Dentistry
• Study coordinator: Melis AKYILDIZ
• Email: baharmeliss@hotmail.com
• Phone: 05387970703

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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.