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Basic Information
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RECRUITING
NA
40 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
2025-02-05
2026-05-31
Brief Summary
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Detailed Description
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Because of this, education methods that allow parents and children to see the mouth clearly may be more effective. Using an intraoral camera provides real-time visual feedback, so children and parents can directly observe plaque, caries, and brushing mistakes. This may increase motivation, support correct brushing techniques, and improve parents' understanding of oral health.
The aim of this study is to determine whether intraoral camera-assisted education can improve children's oral hygiene and increase parents' oral health awareness and literacy more than standard verbal education.
Based on this aim, the study tested the following hypotheses:
Null Hypothesis (H0a): Intraoral camera-assisted education has no effect on improving children's oral hygiene levels.
Alternative Hypothesis (H1a): Intraoral camera-assisted education improves children's oral hygiene levels.
Null Hypothesis (H0b): Intraoral camera-assisted education has no effect on improving parental oral health literacy.
Alternative Hypothesis (H1b): Intraoral camera-assisted education improves parental oral health literacy.
Null Hypothesis (H0c): Intraoral camera-assisted education has no effect on plaque accumulation on first permanent molars.
Alternative Hypothesis (H1c): Intraoral camera-assisted education reduces plaque accumulation on first permanent molars.
For this purpose, the study is planned as a randomized controlled trial with two groups: an intervention group and a control group. Data will be collected before the education and at the 1-month follow-up after the education to compare changes over time. A two-factor repeated measures ANOVA will be used to evaluate the differences between the groups.
A priori power analysis (G\*Power 3.1) showed that at least 34 participants (17 for each group) are needed to detect a medium effect (f = 0.25, α = 0.05, 80% power). To reduce the risk of sample loss, a total of 40 child-parent pairs will be included. These pairs will be randomly assigned to either the intraoral camera-assisted education group or the standard verbal education group.
Intervention group: Receives intraoral camera-assisted oral hygiene education. Dental findings such as plaque, caries, and gingival inflammation, as well as brushing techniques, are visualized in real time. Disclosing agents highlight plaque-covered areas, and brushing demonstrations on the child's teeth are individualized using the Modified Stillman and cross-brushing techniques. Parents and children receive visual feedback to reinforce oral hygiene education.
Control group: Receives standard verbal oral hygiene education using a brushing model. The Modified Stillman and cross-brushing techniques are demonstrated verbally and on the model, without intraoral camera visualization.
Primary outcomes are changes in children's Plaque Index (PI), Gingival Index (GI), ICDAS caries scores, and parents' oral health literacy assessed using the Turkish version of the Oral Health Literacy Assessment Task for Pediatric Dentistry (TOHLAT-P).
Secondary outcomes are the Occlusal Plaque Index (OPI) on first molars and the Parent-Child Satisfaction Survey evaluating the intraoral camera-assisted education. Assessments will be conducted at baseline and 1-month follow-up, except for the satisfaction survey, which will be administered only at the 1-month follow-up. The study assesses whether visualized instruction provides additional benefits over verbal education alone in improving objective clinical measures and parental understanding, supporting enhanced preventive care in pediatric dental practice.
Conditions
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Study Design
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RANDOMIZED
PARALLEL
PREVENTION
SINGLE
Study Groups
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Intraoral Camera-Assisted Oral Hygiene Education
In the intervention group, explanations provided during the oral examination will be visualized using an intraoral camera. After recording oral hygiene scores, a disclosing agent will be applied to the teeth. Following gentle rinsing and isolation, areas stained by plaque and not effectively cleaned will be highlighted, and brushing will be demonstrated accordingly. Using the Modified Stillman technique, the specific areas requiring toothbrush contact will be shown directly in the patient's mouth with intraoral camera visualization. Signs of gingival inflammation such as redness or swelling, as well as caries and plaque deposits, will also be displayed in real time. This approach individualizes the education, enabling both the child and parent to better understand and retain the oral hygiene instructions.
Intraoral Camera-Assisted Oral Hygiene Education
Participants receive individualized oral hygiene education using an intraoral camera. Dental findings such as plaque, caries, and gingival inflammation are visualized in real time. Disclosing agents highlight plaque-covered areas, and brushing demonstrations are performed directly on the child's teeth using the Modified Stillman and cross-brushing techniques. Parents and children receive visual feedback to reinforce proper oral hygiene practices.
Intraoral Photography of Permanent First Molars
Occlusal surfaces of permanent first molars will be photographed using the EZCAM VATECH intraoral camera to document plaque accumulation. The photographs will be shown only to participants in the camera-assisted education group during oral hygiene instruction. These images will help them see plaque areas and understand correct brushing. The control group will receive only verbal education and will not view the photographs. All images will be stored securely and used only for evaluation in the study.
Turkish Version of the Oral Health Literacy Assessment Task for Pediatric Dentistry (TOHLAT-P)
Parental oral health literacy, knowledge about preventive dental care, and their ability to help their child with oral hygiene will be measured using the Turkish version of the Oral Health Literacy Assessment Task for Pediatric Dentistry (TOHLAT-P). This tool evaluates parents' understanding and use of oral health information. Higher scores indicate better oral health literacy.
Parent and Child Satisfaction Survey
A structured questionnaire was given to children and parents in the intraoral camera education group. The aim was to evaluate their satisfaction with the education process. The questionnaire focused on the usability of the intraoral camera and how helpful it was during dental education.
Standard Verbal Oral Hygiene Education
Children in the control group undergo oral examination at the dental unit using a mirror and probe. Standard verbal oral hygiene education is provided to children and parents, including information on dental plaque, oral hygiene importance, and treatment needs. Brushing is demonstrated on a model using the Modified Stillman technique to ensure effective plaque control without harming the gingiva. For partially erupted permanent first molars, the "cross brushing" technique with horizontal bucco-lingual movements is also explained.
Standard Verbal Oral Hygiene Education
Participants receive standard verbal oral hygiene education using a brushing model. The Modified Stillman and cross-brushing techniques are demonstrated verbally and on the model. Oral hygiene principles, plaque control, and the importance of regular brushing are explained to both children and parents.
Intraoral Photography of Permanent First Molars
Occlusal surfaces of permanent first molars will be photographed using the EZCAM VATECH intraoral camera to document plaque accumulation. The photographs will be shown only to participants in the camera-assisted education group during oral hygiene instruction. These images will help them see plaque areas and understand correct brushing. The control group will receive only verbal education and will not view the photographs. All images will be stored securely and used only for evaluation in the study.
Turkish Version of the Oral Health Literacy Assessment Task for Pediatric Dentistry (TOHLAT-P)
Parental oral health literacy, knowledge about preventive dental care, and their ability to help their child with oral hygiene will be measured using the Turkish version of the Oral Health Literacy Assessment Task for Pediatric Dentistry (TOHLAT-P). This tool evaluates parents' understanding and use of oral health information. Higher scores indicate better oral health literacy.
Interventions
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Intraoral Camera-Assisted Oral Hygiene Education
Participants receive individualized oral hygiene education using an intraoral camera. Dental findings such as plaque, caries, and gingival inflammation are visualized in real time. Disclosing agents highlight plaque-covered areas, and brushing demonstrations are performed directly on the child's teeth using the Modified Stillman and cross-brushing techniques. Parents and children receive visual feedback to reinforce proper oral hygiene practices.
Standard Verbal Oral Hygiene Education
Participants receive standard verbal oral hygiene education using a brushing model. The Modified Stillman and cross-brushing techniques are demonstrated verbally and on the model. Oral hygiene principles, plaque control, and the importance of regular brushing are explained to both children and parents.
Intraoral Photography of Permanent First Molars
Occlusal surfaces of permanent first molars will be photographed using the EZCAM VATECH intraoral camera to document plaque accumulation. The photographs will be shown only to participants in the camera-assisted education group during oral hygiene instruction. These images will help them see plaque areas and understand correct brushing. The control group will receive only verbal education and will not view the photographs. All images will be stored securely and used only for evaluation in the study.
Turkish Version of the Oral Health Literacy Assessment Task for Pediatric Dentistry (TOHLAT-P)
Parental oral health literacy, knowledge about preventive dental care, and their ability to help their child with oral hygiene will be measured using the Turkish version of the Oral Health Literacy Assessment Task for Pediatric Dentistry (TOHLAT-P). This tool evaluates parents' understanding and use of oral health information. Higher scores indicate better oral health literacy.
Parent and Child Satisfaction Survey
A structured questionnaire was given to children and parents in the intraoral camera education group. The aim was to evaluate their satisfaction with the education process. The questionnaire focused on the usability of the intraoral camera and how helpful it was during dental education.
Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria
* Age between 5-7 years, with at least one first permanent molar in the eruption stage
* No urgent treatment needs (e.g., dental trauma or pain)
* Voluntary participation with signed and verbal informed consent from parents, and willingness to attend follow-up visits regularly
Exclusion Criteria
* Children with a Frankl Behavior Rating Scale score of 1 (Definitely negative)
5 Years
7 Years
ALL
Yes
Sponsors
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Aydin Adnan Menderes University
OTHER
Responsible Party
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Melis AKYILDIZ
assistant prof
Principal Investigators
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Melis AKYILDIZ
Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR
Aydın Adnan Menderes University, Faculty of Dentistry
Locations
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Aydın Adnan Menderes University, Faculty of Dentistry
Aydin, , Turkey (Türkiye)
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References
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This article introduces ICDAS, a standardized visual and clinical method for detecting and assessing dental caries from early to advanced stages, widely used in pediatric dentistry for accurate and early caries identification.
This study compared plaque removal efficacy of conventional and silicone toothbrushes in children aged 5-7, showing both methods were effective.
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Mgungor
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