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Official title Effect of Health Diary on Self-management in Adolescent Patients With Fixed Orthodontic Appliance
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06461611
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study aims to use two-arm randomized clinical trials to evaluate the effectiveness of the health diary in helping adolescents wearing fixed orthodontic appliances improve their oral hygiene status, self-management skills, oral health-related quality of life, self-efficacy, intention，number of breakages, and on-time and return visit status.
- 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 12 to 18
You may be able to join if
- Patients with malocclusion eligible for fixed appliance orthodontic treatment;
- The age of patients ranged from 12 to 18 years;
- The patients received orthodontic treatment for the first time;
- The patient was alert and had no cognitive or psychiatric impairment;
- The patient was able to read and fill out the questionnaires, and had good listening, speaking and understanding skills in Chinese.
You likely can't join if
- The patient's disease was diagnosed as jaw deformity associated with other diseases. Malocclusion secondary to trauma, tumor, cleft lip and palate;
- Patients treated with orthodontic-orthognathic surgery;
- The patient currently participating in other oral related intervention studies.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
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, 12 years to 18 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Guangzhou, Guangdong, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
Explore other conditions
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.