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Effects of Social Media on Oral Hygiene With Orthodontic Patients

Launched by KARADENIZ TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY · Mar 14, 2025

Trial Information

Current as of April 23, 2025

Completed

Keywords

Oral Hygiene Social Media Fixed Orthodontic Treatment

ClinConnect Summary

In this prospective, controlled clinical trial, 44 orthodontic patients were equally allocated to a social media (Facebook, Instagram and X (Twitter)) and control group. The control group received only traditional communication including verbal and written instructions at the beginning of the therapy. The patients assigned to social media group received two posts twice a week reminding hygiene procedures in addition to standardized oral hygiene instructions. Periodontal scores were obtained at 4-6-week intervals during six appointments (T1-T6) using the gingival index (GI), bleeding index (...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • Class 1 malocclusion who had simple or moderate crowding and did not require tooth extraction.
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • Patients with functional appliances; surgical patients; those with a history of periodontitis, poor orthodontic hygiene, and/or physical or mental disabilities were excluded from the study.

Trial Officials

Barıs BASER, Assoc. Prof

Principal Investigator

Karadeniz Technical University

About Karadeniz Technical University

Karadeniz Technical University is a prestigious academic institution located in Trabzon, Turkey, renowned for its commitment to advancing research and education in the fields of science and technology. As a clinical trial sponsor, the university leverages its extensive resources, expertise, and collaborative networks to conduct innovative research that enhances healthcare outcomes. With a focus on ethical standards and rigorous methodologies, Karadeniz Technical University aims to contribute valuable insights to medical science and improve patient care through well-designed clinical studies.

Locations

Trabzon, , Turkey

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported