Intraoral Camera-Assisted Parent Training

Summary

The aim of this randomized controlled trial is to test the null hypothesis that parent education using an intraoral camera has no effect on children's oral hygiene levels, parental oral health literacy, or plaque accumulation on first permanent molars compared with standard verbal education. 40 children aged 5-7 and their parents will be randomly assigned to two groups. The intervention group will receive real-time visualization of dental conditions and brushing techniques using an intraoral camera, while the control group will receive standard verbal education using a brushing model. Outcomes include children's plaque and gum health and ICDAS caries scores. Secondary outcomes include Occlusal Plaque Index (OPI) on first molars. Assessments will be conducted at baseline and 1-month follow-up. This study tests whether intraoral camera-assisted education leads to better oral hygiene outcomes in children, improves parents' oral health literacy, and reduces plaque accumulation on the first permanent molars compared to standard verbal education.

Conditions

• Oral Health Literacy
• Oral Health Care
• Intraoral Images
• Periodontal Index
• Gingival Index
• Caries

Interventions

BEHAVIORAL

Intraoral Camera-Assisted Oral Hygiene Education

Participants receive individualized oral hygiene education using an intraoral camera. Dental findings such as plaque, caries, and gingival inflammation are visualized in real time. Disclosing agents highlight plaque-covered areas, and brushing demonstrations are performed directly on the child's teeth using the Modified Stillman and cross-brushing techniques. Parents and children receive visual feedback to reinforce proper oral hygiene practices.

BEHAVIORAL

Standard Verbal Oral Hygiene Education

Participants receive standard verbal oral hygiene education using a brushing model. The Modified Stillman and cross-brushing techniques are demonstrated verbally and on the model. Oral hygiene principles, plaque control, and the importance of regular brushing are explained to both children and parents.

DEVICE

Intraoral Photography of Permanent First Molars

Occlusal surfaces of permanent first molars will be photographed using the EZCAM VATECH intraoral camera to document plaque accumulation. The photographs will be shown only to participants in the camera-assisted education group during oral hygiene instruction. These images will help them see plaque areas and understand correct brushing. The control group will receive only verbal education and will not view the photographs. All images will be stored securely and used only for evaluation in the study.

BEHAVIORAL

Turkish Version of the Oral Health Literacy Assessment Task for Pediatric Dentistry (TOHLAT-P)

Parental oral health literacy, knowledge about preventive dental care, and their ability to help their child with oral hygiene will be measured using the Turkish version of the Oral Health Literacy Assessment Task for Pediatric Dentistry (TOHLAT-P). This tool evaluates parents' understanding and use of oral health information. Higher scores indicate better oral health literacy.

OTHER

Parent and Child Satisfaction Survey

A structured questionnaire was given to children and parents in the intraoral camera education group. The aim was to evaluate their satisfaction with the education process. The questionnaire focused on the usability of the intraoral camera and how helpful it was during dental education.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Aydin Adnan Menderes University

  lead OTHER

Principal Investigators

• Melis AKYILDIZ · Aydın Adnan Menderes University, Faculty of Dentistry

Study Design

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Purpose

PREVENTION

Masking

SINGLE

Model

PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age

5 Years

Max Age

7 Years

Sex

ALL

Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Timeline & Regulatory

Start

2025-02-05

Primary Completion

2026-04-30

Completion

2026-05-31

Countries

• Turkey (Türkiye)

Study Locations