Kids' dental choices: what parents really prefer
NCT ID NCT07402967
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at what parents and children prefer when it comes to filling cavities in baby molars. About 140 families shared their thoughts on different types of fillings, like stainless steel crowns and tooth-colored materials. The goal was to help dentists understand families' worries and choices, making dental visits better for everyone.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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140 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jun 2025
- Finished
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Jan 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Who attended UiTM undergraduate clinic.
- Ages
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5 to 12 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Children 1. Children aged 5-12 years old. 2. Paediatric patients who attended UiTM undergraduate clinic. 3. Fit and healthy patient. 4. Children who understand English or Malay. * Parents 1. Parents/guardians who have provided consent to participate in the study. 2. Parents who understand English or Malay. 3. Only one parent for each child. Exclusion Criteria: Children 1. Children below 5 years old and above 12 years old. 2. Paediatric patients who attended other than UiTM undergraduate clinics. 3. Children with disabilities. 4. Children who do not understand English or Malay. Parent 1. Parents with children below 5 years old and above 12 years old. 2. Parents/guardians who do not provide consent to participate in the study. 3. Parents who do not understand English or Malay. -
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Universiti Teknologi MARA
Sungai Buloh, Selangor, Malaysia
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