Plaque Removal in Children Using Charcoal and Nylon Toothbrushes (NCT07563400) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Plaque Removal in Children Using Charcoal and Nylon Toothbrushes
50 participantsStarted 2026-06
Plain-language summary
This study will compare two types of toothbrushes in children: a charcoal-infused bristle toothbrush and a regular nylon bristle toothbrush. We want to see which toothbrush is better at removing plaque and reducing bacteria in the mouth. Children will be randomly assigned to use one of the toothbrushes. We will measure the levels of bacteria in small samples of fluid taken from the gums to see if one toothbrush reduces harmful bacteria more than the other.
Who can participate
Age range
6 Years – 10 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* ● Children aged 6 to 10 years.
* Medically free patients with no physical disability.
* Patients must have proper oral hygiene.
* Cooperative patients who will comply with follow-ups.
* Parents who accept to sign informed consent.
Exclusion Criteria:
* ● Children with a medical condition or physical disability,
* Children undergoing antibiotic treatment
* Children with crowding, fixed or removable orthodontic appliances.
* Children with pre-shedding mobile teeth were excluded from study.
* Children who will be unable to attend follow-up visits.
* Parents refuse to give written formed consent.
* Presence of painful teeth.
* Presence of active carious lesions
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.
What they're measuring
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Change in full-mouth plaque score assessed by O'Leary Plaque Control Index from baseline to 2 weeks
Timeframe: aseline, immediately after training, 1 week, and 2 weeks post-training