Knowledge, Attitude, and Perception of Special Care Dentistry (SCD) Among Dental Students At Cair… (NCT06829069) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Knowledge, Attitude, and Perception of Special Care Dentistry (SCD) Among Dental Students At Cairo University.
Egypt296 participantsStarted 2025-03
Plain-language summary
This study aims to understand dental students' perception of special needs dental care. The findings will offer analysis and valuable insights into students' interest, awareness and acceptance of Special Care Dentistry (SCD).The goal of this study is to identify gaps in dental education and training related to SCD. The results will help improve the curriculum and ensure that future dentists are better prepared to care for patients with special needs creating a more skilled and compassionate generation of professionals. This study is important because individuals with special needs often face challenges in accessing dental care, and improving dental education can help address this issue.
Who can participate
Age range
20 Years – 28 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Currently enrolled as a 4th, 5th, or 6th-year dental student
* Studying at the Faculty of Dentistry, Cairo University
* Willing to voluntarily participate in the study
Exclusion Criteria:
* Not enrolled in the 4th, 5th, or 6th year of the dental program at Cairo University
* Do not provide informed consent to participate
* Incomplete questionnaire responses
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?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
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.
What they're measuring
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Perception of dental students of Special Care Dentistry (SCD) regarding awareness, terminology and prior knowledge
Timeframe: Data would be collected online in the academic year 2024/2025