Social support after dental surgery may boost follow-up care for kids
NCT ID NCT04898465
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether offering families extra support from a paediatrician and social worker after a child's dental surgery under anaesthesia helps them attend follow-up appointments and keep teeth healthy. 89 children with severe cavities took part. The goal was to see if this support reduces missed appointments and prevents new cavities.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Social paediatric intervention (counselling and support from a paediatrician and social worker)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple way to help families keep up with dental care after surgery, reducing cavities and neglect in young children.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 89 participants, so results may not apply to all families. The intervention is about support, not a new drug or treatment, so the impact may be modest.
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Locations
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New Children's Hospital
Helsinki, Finland