Can a smartphone app help teens with braces keep cleaner teeth?
Part of Infections, Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a smartphone app with reminders can help teenagers with braces keep their teeth and gums cleaner. If you're getting braces and have a smartphone, you might be eligible.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 12 and 18 years old.
- You are getting braces on both your upper and lower teeth.
- You have good oral hygiene habits.
- You can understand Bahasa Malaysia or English.
- You or your parent has a smartphone that can download apps.
- You are not currently using any other dental reminder app.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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