Can a video replace a Dentist's Hands-On demo for healthier gums?

NCT ID NCT07706049

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Ankara University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 15, 2026 · Last updated Jul 16, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether watching a video about brushing and flossing is as effective as a hands-on demonstration with a 3D model for people with gingivitis (early gum disease). Eighty adults with gingivitis will receive either a video link or a live demo, and their gum health will be checked after one month. The study also looks at whether a person's confidence in their ability to clean their teeth (self-efficacy) predicts how much their gums improve.

What this could mean

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Active substance: video-based oral hygiene instruction or model-based oral hygiene instruction
What this could lead to: If video instruction works as well as hands-on teaching, it could make effective oral hygiene guidance more accessible and scalable.
What could go wrong: This is a small, short-term study (80 patients, one month follow-up). Results may not apply to all patients or predict long-term gum health.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

gingivitis periodontal disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

GINGIVITIS GINGIVITIS AND PERIODONTAL DISEASES

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Locations

Ankara University Faculty of Dentistry

Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)

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