New app and video program aims to make brushing fun for tots

NCT ID NCT05321719

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a program called BeReady2Smile (BR2S) that uses videos and a mobile app to teach parents how to brush their young children's teeth and prevent cavities. 228 families with kids aged 0-6 took part. The goal was to see if the program improves parents' brushing habits and their child's dental health compared to usual care.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Multi-media parent-based intervention (video and mobile/web app)

What this could lead to

If effective, this program could help parents establish good dental habits in young children, reducing cavities and the need for dental treatments.

What could go wrong

This is a completed Phase II study, but the intervention is behavioral and may not work for all families. Results may not apply to everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Plaque, Amyloid

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Oregon Research Behavioral Intervention Strategies, Inc.

    Springfield, Oregon, 97477, United States