Dentists on the front line: new study uses teeth to spot child maltreatment.
NCT ID NCT05772962
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study reviews dental records of 2,400 children, half of whom have been seen at a Children's Advocacy Center for suspected abuse. Researchers want to see if there are patterns in oral health that could signal maltreatment. The goal is to help dentists and child welfare teams work together to protect at-risk kids.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help dentists spot signs of child abuse earlier and improve support for affected children.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study looking back at records, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all children.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Oral Health Centre of Expertice Western Norway
RECRUITINGBergen, Vestland, 5865, Norway
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