Caries Risk in Children Treated Under General Anesthesia for Early Childhood Caries (NCT07330570) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Caries Risk in Children Treated Under General Anesthesia for Early Childhood Caries
Turkey (Türkiye)44 participantsStarted 2025-05-07
Plain-language summary
This observational, cross-sectional study aims to evaluate the current caries risk profiles of children who underwent dental treatment under general anesthesia (GA) for early childhood caries (ECC) between 2015 and 2020 at Aydın Adnan Menderes University, Faculty of Dentistry. A minimum of 44 systemically healthy children will be included.
Caries risk will be assessed using the Cariogram model, incorporating clinical parameters (DMFT/dmft, Plaque Index, Gingival Index, probing depth), salivary factors (stimulated flow rate, buffer capacity), and standardized questionnaires covering diet, fluoride exposure, socioeconomic status, and dental visit history. Data will be collected in a single visit, analyzed using SPSS.
The study aims to provide scientific evidence for long-term preventive strategies and oral health policies targeting high-risk pediatric populations treated under GA for ECC.
Who can participate
Age range
6 Years – 16 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Pediatric patients who underwent dental treatment under general anesthesia for early childhood caries (ECC) at the Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Faculty of Dentistry, Aydın Adnan Menderes University between 2015-2020
* Patients whose follow-up information (e.g., discharge summary, treatment plan) is accessible through clinical records
* Individuals who provide written informed consent signed by their parents/legal guardians and assent from the child to participate in the study
Exclusion Criteria:
* Individuals with medical conditions that may affect oral health, such as systemic diseases, immunodeficiencies, or chronic illnesses
* Children with special healthcare needs or mental/physical disabilities
* Patients who do not cooperate during the examination or do not allow the completion of the oral examination
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
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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.