New study aims to stop cavities in kids with simple, painless treatments

NCT ID NCT06999005

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study will test whether applying fluoride varnish and placing special sealants can prevent and control cavities in 2,500 children aged 6 to 12. The treatments are minimally invasive and designed for use in public health settings. Children will be checked every three months for two years to see if their cavities stop getting worse.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Fluoride varnish and glass ionomer cement sealants

What this could lead to

If successful, this could provide an effective, low-cost cavity prevention program for schoolchildren that can be used in public health systems.

What could go wrong

This is a large but early-stage study without a control group, so results may not prove the treatments are better than standard care. Also, children may miss follow-up visits, affecting outcomes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dental caries

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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  • Contact

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Locations

  • Universidade Metropolitana de Santos - UNIMES

    RECRUITING

    Santos, São Paulo, 11045-002, Brazil

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