New study: extra help may keep Kids' teeth healthy after hospital dental surgery

NCT ID NCT04898465

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study looked at 89 children who had dental surgery under anesthesia for severe cavities. Researchers tested whether adding a pediatrician and social worker to the follow-up team helped families attend more dental appointments and prevented new cavities. The goal was to improve long-term oral health by boosting family adherence to care.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • New Children's Hospital

    Helsinki, Finland

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