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Official title Longitudinal Evaluation of Minimally Invasive Protocols for Dental Caries in Brazilian Schoolchildren
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06999005
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This multicenter longitudinal interventional study aims to evaluate minimally invasive protocols for the prevention and control of dental caries in Brazilian schoolchildren under routine public health conditions. In the first phase, 50,000 children aged 6 to 12 years from public schools in five Brazilian cities will undergo dental screening using ICDAS criteria and receive preventive and educational oral health measures.
- Time commitment: about 24 months
- 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 12. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Children aged between 6 and 12 years at the time of enrollment
- Presence of at least one erupted permanent first molar
- Diagnosis of active caries lesions classified according to ICDAS (scores 1 to 6)
- Written informed consent signed by a legal guardian and assent signed by the child
- Ability to attend quarterly follow-up visits over a 24-month period
You likely can't join if
- Children requiring endodontic treatment or presenting extensive pulpal involvement
- Presence of systemic diseases or medical conditions that contraindicate dental care
- Known allergy to any material used in the study (fluoride varnish, high-viscosity glass ionomer cement)
- Participation in other clinical dental studies that could interfere with the outcomes
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Santos, São Paulo, Brazil
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 study runs about 24 months per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 6 years to 12 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Santos, São Paulo, Brazil. 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.