Sealant study for children with weak enamel
Part of Genetic & congenital, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study compares two types of dental sealants applied to the first permanent molars of children aged 6-12 who have a condition called molar incisor hypomineralization (MIH), which means their back teeth have soft or chalky spots. The goal is to see which sealant works better at protecting these teeth from cavities.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 6 and 12 years old.
- Your child must have at least two fully grown first permanent molars.
- Those molars must have been diagnosed with molar incisor hypomineralization (weak or chalky enamel) by a dentist following standard guidelines.
- The enamel defects should be in the early stages.
- Your child cannot be in braces or other orthodontic treatment.
- Your child must be able to cooperate during dental procedures.
- The affected teeth must not have large cavities, existing fillings, fluorosis (too much fluoride staining), or enamel problems caused by a genetic syndrome.
- The affected teeth must not have any signs of nerve damage (pulp symptoms).
Quick eligibility check
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