University Of Baghdad

This study aims to see if a new, clear dental expander works as well as the traditional metal Hyrax expander for widening a narrow upper jaw in teenagers. It will involve 40 adolescents aged 10-14 who need this common orthodontic treatment. Researchers will measure jaw expansion,…

This study aims to find the best way to help premature babies learn to feed by mouth, a key step before they can leave the hospital. It will compare a special mouth exercise program (PIOMI), using a pacifier, and standard care in 150 stable premature infants. Researchers will mea…

This study is testing whether a procedure using tiny needles (microneedling) combined with a gel-like injection (hyaluronic acid) can safely thicken thin gums. It will compare this combined treatment to microneedling alone in 20 adults with thin gums. The main goal is to see if t…

This study is testing whether a mouthwash made with resveratrol, a natural compound, can control dental plaque as well as or better than the standard chlorhexidine mouthwash. It involves 20 healthy young adults who will try three different mouthwashes over several weeks. Research…

This study compares two types of clear plastic aligners used to straighten teeth. Researchers want to see if new 3D-printed aligners work as well as standard thermoformed aligners at moving teeth to their planned positions. The trial will involve 36 people with mild to moderate t…

This study is testing a new type of primer (a special glue) used when attaching braces brackets to teeth. Researchers want to see if this new primer helps strengthen tooth enamel and prevent white spot lesions (early tooth decay) that can sometimes appear around braces. They will…

This study aims to compare two modern types of self-ligating braces (Damon Ultima and Pitts 21 Pro) to see which one works better for straightening teeth. Researchers will measure total treatment time, how quickly teeth align, pain levels, and potential root damage in 40 particip…

This study aims to see if a new AI-guided electric toothbrush helps control early gum disease (gingivitis) better than a standard electric or manual toothbrush. Over 6 weeks, 33 adults with gingivitis will use one of the three brush types. Researchers will measure plaque, gum ble…

This study aims to see if a newer, multi-step dental cleaning method called Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) works better than standard cleaning for controlling gum disease. It will involve 18 adults with periodontitis who will receive one of the two cleaning treatments. Researchers …

This study aims to see if using a toy nebulizer is better than distraction cards at reducing fear in young children who need nebulizer treatments for breathing problems like asthma. Researchers will compare the two methods in 120 children aged 3-6 who are getting this treatment f…

This study aims to find the most comfortable and cost-effective way to reduce pain when removing braces. Researchers will compare two methods—a gentle electrical stimulation (TENS) and a high-frequency vibration device—against doing nothing extra. About 90 people aged 15-35 who a…

This study aims to see which of three specific swallowing exercises works best to improve swallowing ability in stroke patients who have developed dysphagia (swallowing difficulties). Researchers will compare the Mendelsohn maneuver, effortful swallow training, and the Shaker exe…

This study aims to see if adding lavender aromatherapy massage to standard medical care can help reduce pain and improve wrist movement in people with rheumatoid arthritis. About 100 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either the massage plus their usual care or jus…

This study is testing if combining two rehabilitation methods—mirror therapy and a soft robotic glove—works better than either method alone to help people recover hand and arm function after a stroke. Researchers will compare the new combined approach to standard therapy and the …

This study aims to find the best way to distract children and reduce pain during routine blood draws. Researchers will compare watching immersive cartoon videos to squeezing a stress ball in 120 children aged 4 to 12. The goal is to help nurses and parents choose the most effecti…