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Effectiveness of Plaque Score Detection Techniques

NCT06511830 · Status: RECRUITING · Type: OBSERVATIONAL · Enrollment: 50

Last updated 2025-06-11

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Summary

This study investigates the similarity between microbial plaque scores when assessing the entire dentition versus select teeth. The hypothesis posits that plaque buildup on single teeth mirrors that of the entire mouth, facilitating efficient plaque data collection and generalized deductions. Additionally, the research explores the potential of Dental Monitoring© photos in accurately identifying plaque indexes, aiming to enhance plaque evaluation efficiency in dental appointments. The null hypothesis suggests no significant difference between full dentition plaque scores and selected teeth. Results may streamline plaque tracking in patient appointments and enable remote monitoring, potentially detecting plaque accumulation issues earlier.

Conditions

  • Plaque, Dental

Interventions

DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

Dental Monitoring images

Dental Monitoring is a series of intraoral photos that will be taken and assessed to determine the subject's dental plaque levels.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • University of Nebraska

    lead OTHER

Principal Investigators

  • Amy Killeen, DDS, MS · University of Nebraska

Eligibility

Min Age
19 Years
Max Age
85 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2024-11-20
Primary Completion
2026-06-30
Completion
2026-06-30

Countries

  • United States

Study Locations

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