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Official title Extending Dental Care to Nursing Home Residents to Reduce Mouth Infections and Incidence of Pneumonia and Improve Diabetic Glucose Control
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06890676
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this study is to learn if dental infection control treatment delivered to older adult nursing home residents at their place of residence will result in : improved dental health reduced risk of pneumonia better glucose control for diabetic patients compared to the pre-project dental and general health evaluations of residents and the pre-project facility incidence of pneumonia. Dental infection control treatment includes treating gum infections, stopping or slowing decay with fluoride, and assisting residents with effective tooth brushing and denture cleaning daily.
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Who can take part
Ages 60 to 100. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Adult \> 60 years of age residing in a nursing home or communal care setting;
- Review of Medical history results in an assigned American Society of Anesthesiologists Physical Status Evaluation of Class II or III;
- Frailty Assessment of Low or Moderate using the Modified FRAIL Questionnaire;
- Consent is required for study participation, disease control oral healthcare, and access to medical records.
You likely can't join if
- Age \< 60;
- American Society of Anesthesiologists Physical Status Evaluation of Class IV or V;
- High frailty evaluation using the Modified FRAIL Questionnaire;
- Resident deemed behaviorally or physically difficult to treat by initial clinical assessment.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Jefferson City, Missouri, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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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, 60 years to 100 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Jefferson City, Missouri, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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