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Official title Mobile Application Push Notification in Improving Oral Hygiene Behaviour in Adolescent Orthodontic Patients
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07288853
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This research looks at whether using a mobile phone app that sends push-notification reminders can help adolescent orthodontic patients keep their teeth and gums cleaner during treatment. When teenagers wear braces, it's easy for food and plaque to get stuck around brackets and wires, which can lead to gingivitis and white spot lesions if oral hygiene isn't maintained.
- 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
- Aged 12-18 years
- Suitable for upper and lower arch fixed appliance treatment
- Good oral hygiene
- Able to understand Bahasa Malaysia and/or English
- Possess a personal or parental smartphone with app access
You likely can't join if
- Medically compromised or syndromic patients
- Need to skip bracket bonding
- On antibiotics
- Undergoing periodontal therapy
- Already using another dental reminder or behavior-change app
- Patients with cognitive or developmental limitations preventing app use
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia
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 Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia. 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.