NCT06734325 Mobile Oral Health Intervention Effectiveness on Orthodontic Patients' Oral Hygiene and Oral Health Literacy
| NCT ID | NCT06734325 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Alexandria University |
| Condition | Oral Health Literacy |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 60 participants |
| Start Date | 2024-11-10 |
| Primary Completion | 2025-05 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 60 participants in total. It began in 2024-11-10 with a primary completion date of 2025-05.
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Brief Summary
Orthodontic patients face unique challenges in maintaining optimal oral hygiene due to the presence of fixed orthodontic appliances, which tend to increase plaque retention, leading to gingival inflammation. Oral Health Literacy (OHL) plays a role in an individual's ability to understand and implement oral hygiene instructions effectively. Mobile oral health interventions involve the use of mobile technology such as smartphones to improve oral hygiene practices and outcomes. Aim of the study: To assess the effectiveness of a mobile oral health intervention using WhatsApp messages as compared to standard oral hygiene instructions on oral hygiene status and OHL level among orthodontic patients.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Patients undergoing orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances in both arches for the first time. 2. Patients between the age of 16 and 25 years. 3. Participants must own a smartphone with WhatsApp installed. 4. Those who agree to be part of the research project and accept the informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: 1. The presence of systemic diseases affecting oral health. 2. Patients with cleft lip and/or palate. 3. Functional and orthognathic patients. 4. Previous orthodontic treatment. 5. Patients with a removable appliance.
Contact & Investigator
Nermine Balbaa, BDS
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Teaching Assistant, Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University, Egypt
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT06734325 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 16 Years or older, up to 25 Years, studying Oral Health Literacy. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT06734325 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT06734325 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at balbaanermine@gmail.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT06734325 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Alexandria, Egypt.
Who is sponsoring the NCT06734325 clinical trial?
NCT06734325 is sponsored by Alexandria University. The principal investigator is Nermine Balbaa, BDS at Teaching Assistant, Faculty of Dentistry, Alexandria University, Egypt. The trial plans to enroll 60 participants.