Effectiveness of Interactive Oral Care Lessons on Children Dental Health Practices

Launched by UNIVERSITI PUTRA MALAYSIA · Jul 22, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how effective interactive oral care lessons are in improving dental health practices among children aged 5 to 12 years. The goal is to teach kids about taking care of their teeth in a fun and engaging way. In the study, some children will participate in these interactive lessons, while others will not receive the lessons and will serve as a comparison group. Researchers will gather information before and after the lessons by asking questions and checking for dental plaque to see if the lessons make a difference in how well the children care for their teeth.

To be eligible for this trial, children need to be between 5 and 12 years old and enrolled in one of the selected schools. Parents or legal guardians must also give their permission for their child to participate. However, children with serious dental issues that need immediate care or those with special needs that could affect their participation will not be included in the study. This trial is not yet recruiting participants, but it aims to help improve dental health education for young children, which can lead to better oral hygiene habits in the future.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Age between 5 to 12 years. Enrollment at one of the selected schools.
• • Consent obtained from parents or legal guardians for participation in the study.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Children and their parents who did not give assent and consent to participate in the study.
• • Children with severe oral health issues requiring immediate medical attention.
• • Children with special needs affecting their ability to participate in the oral health education interventions.