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Plaque Removal Efficiency in Children With Specific Learning Disabilities
Sponsor: Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University
Summary
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of toothbrushing education on plaque removal in children aged 7-12 years with specific learning disabilities (SLD) and to compare their plaque removal performance with healthy children. Participants will receive standardized toothbrushing education supported by visual and auditory materials. Plaque Index, Gingival Index, and photograph-based quantitative plaque analyses will be evaluated at baseline and after a 2-week follow-up period.
Official title: Quantitative Analysis of Plaque Removal Efficiency in Children With Specific Learning Disabilities
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
7 Years - 12 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
70
Start Date
2026-06
Completion Date
2026-10
Last Updated
2026-05-28
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Interventions
Standardized Toothbrushing Education
Participants will receive standardized toothbrushing education supported by visual educational cards and educational videos based on the Modified Bass toothbrushing technique. The education program will include step-by-step practical instruction, mirror-assisted self-modeling, and parental involvement. Standardized toothbrushes and toothpaste will be provided to all participants. Plaque removal effectiveness will be evaluated using plaque-disclosing agents, intraoral photographs obtained before and after toothbrushing, and quantitative plaque analysis performed with ImageJ/FIJI software.
Locations (1)
Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University Faculty of Dentistry
Alanya, Antalya, Turkey (Türkiye)