Recruiting NA Toothbrushing

Tests treatment safety and results for Toothbrushing

Official title Effectiveness of Dual Light Electric Toothbrush vs. Manual Toothbrush in Orthodontic Patients Undergoing Oral Surgery

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06122805

What this study is testing

What it's testing
The study is a randomized clinical trial to compare the effectiveness of a dual light ultrasonic toothbrush on periodontal health in orthodontic patients undergoing surgery. Patients with cleft lip and palate undergo bone graft and orthognathic surgery.
  • Which group you join is decided by chance.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 6 to 20. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.

You may be able to join if

  • Patient of record of the Craniofacial and Special Care Orthodontic Clinic at Children's Hospital Los Angeles
  • Between the ages of 6 and 20 years
  • Physical status of ASA I or II
  • Diagnosis of craniofacial and/or isolated, complete or incomplete, bilateral or unilateral cleft lip and palate

You likely can't join if

  • physical inability to brush teeth
  • cognitive inability to comprehend and follow directions.

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Los Angeles, California, United States

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, 6 years to 20 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Los Angeles, California, United States. 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.