Toothbrushing lessons could save Kids' teeth in uganda
NCT ID NCT06081868
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether teaching children in Uganda how to brush their teeth, use fluoride varnish, and eat healthy foods can prevent cavities. About 610 school children aged 5-17 will be split into two groups: one gets the prevention program, the other does not. Researchers will check their teeth over time to see if the program works.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- toothbrush, toothpaste, fluoride varnish, and nutrition/oral hygiene education
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could provide a simple, low-cost way to prevent cavities in school children across Africa.
- What could go wrong
- The trial is currently suspended, so results may be delayed or not happen. It is a small, early study in one region, so findings may not apply everywhere.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Bern
Bern, 3010, Switzerland
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