Digital vs. parent-led toothbrushing for kids
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study compares two ways of teaching children how to brush: with a digital tool or by having a parent show them. It looks at how well they brush and how their teeth look after brushing.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 3 and 6 years old.
- Your child is coming for a routine dental check-up at AltaMed or USC pediatric dental clinic.
- Your child speaks English or Spanish.
- Your child is generally healthy (no serious medical conditions).
- Your child can cooperate with brushing for two minutes and has no severe cavities or missing teeth that would affect the study.
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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