Effectiveness of Plaque Score Detection Techniques

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Conditions studied: Plaque, Dental

In brief

This study investigates the similarity between microbial plaque scores when assessing the entire dentition versus select teeth. The hypothesis posits that plaque buildup on single teeth mirrors that of the entire mouth, facilitating efficient plaque data collection and generalized deductions. Additionally, the research explores the potential of Dental Monitoring© photos in accurately identifying plaque indexes, aiming to enhance plaque evaluation efficiency in dental appointments. The null hypothesis suggests no significant difference between full dentition plaque scores and selected teeth. Results may streamline plaque tracking in patient appointments and enable remote monitoring, potentially detecting plaque accumulation issues earlier.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT06511830

Run by

University of Nebraska

People needed

50

Starts

2024-11-20

Expected to finish

2026-06-01

Last updated by the study team

2025-06-11

Who can join

Age: 19 and older, up to 85. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

You may qualify if…

• 19-85 years old
• Patient at the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) College of Dentistry
• One molar, premolar or canine pe quadrant

You may not qualify if…

• No permanent dental devices (braces, splints)
• Less than 20 non-restored teeth present in the dentition

Where it is running

• University of Nebraska Medical Center Dental College — Lincoln, Nebraska, United States (enrolling)

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