Using AI and counseling to improve dental care for periodontal disease
The Dental Care Revolution: Health Education Using AI or Humanized Counseling on Plague Control and Periodontal Treatment Outcome in Patients With Periodontal Disease
This study is testing if using AI dental monitoring alone or with counseling can help people aged 35-65 with periodontal disease improve their oral health over six months.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 35 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Kaohsiung Medical University Chung-Ho Memorial Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Kaohsiung City) |
| Trial ID | NCT06083649 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the long-term effectiveness of an AI dental monitoring intervention on patients with periodontal disease. Participants aged 35-65 will be randomized into three groups: one receiving AI monitoring, another receiving humanized counseling alongside AI, and a control group. The intervention involves weekly mouth imaging at home for six months, with follow-up surveys assessing oral health quality of life, periodontal parameters, and preventive behaviors. Data will be collected at baseline and at 1, 3, and 6 months post-intervention.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 35-65 diagnosed with periodontal disease and having more than 16 functional teeth.
Not a fit: Patients who have received periodontal treatment within the last three months or have conditions related to periodontal disease may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance periodontal disease management and patient motivation for preventive care.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using AI for dental monitoring, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 35-65 years old * Diagnosed periodontal disease by dentist (Comprehensive Periodontal Treatment Project) * More than 16 functional teeth Exclusion Criteria: * Have received periodontal treatment within 3 months * Patient has disease related to periodontal disease (ex. Drug-related excessive gum growth or blood clotting problems, pregnancy, mental illness) * Disability patients
Where this trial is running
Kaohsiung City
- Kaohsiung Medical University Chung-Ho Memorial Hospital — Kaohsiung City, Taiwan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Hsiao-Ling Huang, Dr.PH — Kaohsiung Medical University, College of Dental Medicine, Department of Oral Hygiene
- Study coordinator: Hsiao-Ling Huang
- Email: hhuang@kmu.edu.tw
- Phone: +886-7-312-1101#2159
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.