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New treatment option for Dental Malposition
Official title Toothbrushes in Daily Practice in Patients With Fixed Orthodontic Appliances
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05851963
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Because of the difficulties of disorganizing the dental biofilm in these adolescents with fixed orthodontic treatment, electric toothbrushes have been proposed as an alternative to manual toothbrushes. Electric toothbrushes, available in a wide range of price points, have been developed with the goal of replicating the complex motions required by the manual toothbrush and making plaque removal more efficient.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 11 to 15. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Children to be treated with fixed upper and lower braces
- 11 to 15 years of age at the start of treatment
- One parent/legal guardian agrees to the terms and conditions of the study and signs the informed consent form
- The adolescent agrees to the terms and conditions of the study and signs the informed consent form
You likely can't join if
- Less than 20 permanent teeth with braces or brackets
- Presence of untreated cavities
- Bleeding greater than 10% on probing
- Presence of a gingival pocket larger than 5 mm
- Presence of fixed prosthetic restorations
- Presence of any enamel development defect
See the full eligibility criteria
- Children to be treated with fixed upper and lower braces
- 11 to 15 years of age at the start of treatment
- One parent/legal guardian agrees to the terms and conditions of the study and signs the informed consent form
- The adolescent agrees to the terms and conditions of the study and signs the informed consent form
- Less than 20 permanent teeth with braces or brackets
- Presence of untreated cavities
- Bleeding greater than 10% on probing
- Presence of a gingival pocket larger than 5 mm
- Presence of fixed prosthetic restorations
- Presence of any enamel development defect
- Presence of dental anomalies or direct/indirect labial restorations on teeth
- Patients requiring orthognathic surgeries
- Presence of systemic diseases (diabetes, hepatic, renal, hematologic, cardiovascular)
- Use of medications that may affect gingival health (such as calcium channel blockers, ciclosporin and anticoagulants)
- Use of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs for any purpose over a long period of time.
- Having a smoking habit
- Having a physical or mental problem that affects manual dexterity
- Being unable to answer questions or being uncooperative
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Nancy, France
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 11 years to 15 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Nancy, France. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.