New study tests better fillings for Kids' cavities
NCT ID NCT06771362
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at two different bulk-fill materials used to repair cavities in children's baby molars using a gentle, drill-free method called atraumatic restorative treatment (ART). Researchers treated 127 children aged 4-9 and checked the fillings at 3, 6, and 12 months to see how well they held up in terms of function, appearance, and tooth health. The goal is to find out which material works best for kids' teeth.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Bulk-fill composite and high-viscosity glass ionomer cement
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could help dentists choose better materials for filling cavities in children's baby teeth, leading to longer-lasting and more comfortable restorations.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with only 127 children, and results may not apply to all kids or tooth types. The follow-up is only 12 months, so long-term success is unknown.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University
Çanakkale, Kepez, 17100, Turkey (Türkiye)
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