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Tests treatment safety and results for Dental Caries
Official title LT Comparative Effectiveness of 2 Caries Treatments
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07213661
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is a continuation of a cluster randomized clinical trial (cRCT) conducted in 33 publicly subsidized housing facilities/sites (HUD Section 202) and other low-income housing voucher programs in NE Ohio. The Intervention Arm (18 sites) - participants received biannual silver diamine fluoride (SDF) versus the Control Arm (15 sites) where participants received atraumatic restorative treatment (ART) with glass ionomer cement (GIC) + biannual fluoride varnish (FV) application.
- 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 62 and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- To be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet all of the following criteria:
- Were participants in the original study from the 33 housing sites
- Provide signed and dated long-term follow-up informed consent form
- Willingness to stay in the LTFU study for 1 year
- Additionally for focus groups, completed the treatment phase of the study
You likely can't join if
- An individual who meets any of the following criteria will be excluded from participation in this study:
- Sensitivity to silver or other heavy-metal ions
- Serious life-threatening medical disease
- Additionally, any participant with the presence of gingival/perioral ulceration or stomatitis or tooth abscess in any specific tooth will be referred...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Compensation & support
A stipend or compensation may be offered.
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?
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, 62 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Cleveland, Ohio, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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