Cash for cavity prevention: study tests if money motivates toothbrushing

NCT ID NCT03576326

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study tested whether offering small financial rewards to parents helps them brush their young children's teeth more often. 244 families with children in Early Head Start programs took part. The goal was to see if this approach could prevent cavities by improving toothbrushing habits.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Venice Family Clinic Children First Early Head Start

    Santa Monica, California, 90405-1828, United States

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