Using mouthguards to prevent dental injuries in sports

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 study evaluates the effectiveness of custom sport mouthguards in preventing dental injuries among athletes aged 7 to 30. It will assess the acceptability of mouthguards, the incidence of soft tissue injuries, and various oral health parameters over a six-month period. Participants will undergo a thorough oral examination and provide data on their dental history and sports practices. The study aims to gather insights on the impact of mouthguards on athletes' quality of life and their understanding of dental trauma.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Children, adolescents, and adults aged 7 to 30 years, with no systemic health issues, of both genders;
* Engaging in sports practice at least twice a week.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Presence of cavitated dental caries and/or periodontitis;
* Angle Class III malocclusion with negative anterior overjet;
* Presence of non-removable prostheses or any other accessory in the upper or lower arch that may interfere with the adaptation of the mouthguard;
* Use of medications that may interfere with any salivary parameters;
* Children, adolescents, and adults with neurological disorders or communication difficulties.

Where it's running

• Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro
  Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Mariana Pires da Costa, PhD Student
• Email: maripires123@hotmail.com
• Phone: +552139382101

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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.