Light treatment for cavity prevention in children
Part of Mouth & dental clinical trials.
This study tests a new light-based treatment to fight cavity-causing bacteria in young children's mouths. It may help reduce cavities without needing traditional drilling or medication.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 3 and 7 years old.
- Your child should be generally healthy, with no chronic or serious illnesses.
- Your child must be at high risk for cavities, as judged by a dentist using a special scoring system.
- Your child must not have taken antibiotics in the last 30 days.
- Your child must not have used an antibacterial mouthwash in the 48 hours before the study visit.
- You (parent or guardian) must give written permission for your child to join.
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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