Accuracy of Teledentistry for Diagnosis and Treatment Need in Dental Caries Detection Versus Clinical Examination on a Group of Egyptian Children: A Diagnostic Accuracy Study

Launched by CAIRO UNIVERSITY · Sep 13, 2024

Keywords

ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how effective teledentistry—using technology to diagnose dental issues from a distance—can be in finding cavities in children compared to traditional in-person dental exams. The study will involve Egyptian children aged 4 to 12 who are experiencing dental problems, such as tooth decay, with or without pain. The goal is to see if teledentistry can accurately identify these issues and determine the treatment needed.

To participate in this trial, children must be between 4 and 12 years old and have a dental complaint related to cavities. However, children with certain health conditions that could affect their dental treatment or those who do not wish to participate will not be included. If eligible, participants can expect to engage in a study that explores a modern approach to dental care, which may help shape future dental practices. This trial is currently not recruiting participants, so it’s something to keep in mind if you or your family are interested in teledentistry.

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Egyptian pediatric patients aged 4 to 12 years with a chief complaint of dental caries with or without pain.
• • Both genders are included.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Egyptian pediatric patients with systemic conditions that will affect their treatment needs.
• • Refusal of participation.
• • Refusal to sign the informed consent.