Time of Treatment in HALL Technique Vs ART (NCT06594770) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Time of Treatment in HALL Technique Vs ART
34 participantsStarted 2024-10
Plain-language summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to assess the time of treatment of Hall Technique versus Atraumatic Restorative Technique in the management of carious primary molars. The main questions it aims to answer are:
* Does the Hall Technique provide a faster and pain-free treatment compared to ART?
* How do the outcomes of both techniques impact children's acceptance and behavior? Researchers will compare the Hall Technique, which uses preformed metal crowns without caries removal, to Atraumatic Restorative Treatment, which uses hand instruments to selectively remove carious tissue.
Participants will:
* Receive treatment using either the Hall Technique or ART in a single session.
* Attend follow-up visits to monitor the effectiveness and acceptance of the treatment.
* Complete assessments on their experience and comfort during and after the procedure.
Who can participate
Age range
4 Years – 6 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Age: From 4 to 6 years.
* Caries in primary molars within enamel/dentin with vital pulp.
* Healthy children.
* Cooperative children
Exclusion Criteria:
* Presence of signs and symptoms of necrosis.
* Root caries.
* History of spontaneous pain.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.