Could a simple scan replace the goopy plaque dye at the dentist?

NCT ID NCT07555223

Recruiting now Diagnosis Sponsor: University Ghent Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is testing whether a special intraoral scanner can accurately detect dental plaque and cavities, compared to standard methods like dye and X-rays. Researchers will scan the teeth of 50 adults aged 18 to 70 and compare the results to traditional plaque-disclosing agents and visual inspection with bitewing X-rays. If the scanner works well, it could make dental checkups faster and more comfortable.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: intraoral scanning device
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide a faster, less messy way to detect plaque and cavities during dental checkups.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 50 adults, so results may not apply to everyone. The scan might not catch all cavities or plaque compared to traditional methods.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dental caries Dental Plaque

As listed by the trial registrant

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

DENTAL CARIES DENTAL PLAQUE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Tandarts Praktijk VERVACK
RECRUITING

Wondelgem, Botestraat, 104, Belgium

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