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Toothbrushing lessons could save Kids' teeth in uganda

NCT ID NCT06081868

Prevention Sponsor: University of Bern Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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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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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

About 610 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Sep 2023

Expected to finish

Sep 2028

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

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.

Ages

5 to 17 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Enrollment in one of primary schools in Gulu Municipality * Age between 5 and 17 years * Staying in the area for at least six months * Parent/guardian's willingness to give consent * Written informed consent by participant and/or parents Exclusion Criteria: * School children who refuse to participate in the research * Parents who refuse their children's participation * Children with chronic diseases or systemic conditions that require differential care and follow-up

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dental caries Dental Plaque mouth disorder Oral Manifestations Stomatognathic Diseases

As listed by the trial registrant

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Dental caries Dental caries in children Dental diseases Dental plaque Oral disease Oral manifestations

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Bern

    Bern, 3010, Switzerland

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