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Ancient chewing stick takes on modern toothbrush in Kids' plaque battle

NCT ID NCT07409610

Disease control Sponsor: King Abdulaziz University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a 45°-cut miswak (a natural chewing stick) removes dental plaque as well as a toothbrush in children aged 6 to 14. Researchers measured plaque levels and asked kids which tool they preferred. The goal is to find effective, culturally acceptable ways to improve oral hygiene and prevent cavities.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

82 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Sep 2025

Finished

Jan 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

6 to 14 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion criteria included: * Healthy children aged 6 to 14 years. * Children who their parents/legal guardians have approved and signed the consent form, which ensures that the participants are within the target age range and are healthy, which helps to control variables that could affect oral hygiene outcomes. Exclusion Criteria: * Unhealthy children * Children whose ages are below 6 years or above 14 years * Children with orthodontic brackets because it can affect oral hygiene practices and outcomes, excluding these participants ensures a more homogeneous sample.

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Conditions

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dental caries

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Dental caries Dental plaque accumulation

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • King Abdulaziz university

    Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

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