Caries Prevalence, Experience and Risk Related Factors Among Early Middle-aged Patients Attending Cairo University

Launched by CAIRO UNIVERSITY · Apr 12, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying dental caries, which is a common problem where teeth decay due to factors like diet, hygiene, and social circumstances. The goal is to understand how often dental caries occurs in early middle-aged patients who visit the dental hospital at Cairo University. The researchers will also look at what risk factors might contribute to these dental issues, using a questionnaire from the World Health Organization to gather information.

To participate in this study, you need to be an Egyptian man or woman aged between 35 and 44 years old, and you must be able to consent to join the trial. You will be asked to visit the dental outpatient clinic, where you will provide information about your dental health and habits. This study aims to promote better oral health by raising awareness about the importance of diet and hygiene in preventing dental caries. If you participate, you will be contributing to valuable research that could help improve dental care and education in your community.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Patients whose age between 35 to 44 years old.
• • 2. Patient consulting in the outpatient clinic
• • 3. Provide informed consent
• • 4. Co-operative patients approving to participate in the trial.
• • 5. Males \& Females
• • 6. Egyptian
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Patients under or over this age group
• • 2. Lack of compliance
• • 3. Disabilities