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Analysis of Oral Health of Students and Former Students of Undergraduate and Postgraduate Programs at the University of São Paulo.

Recruiting
Conditions
Oral Health
Registration Number
NCT06853639
Lead Sponsor
University of Sao Paulo
Brief Summary

This study aims to evaluate oral and systemic health conditions among students and former students of undergraduate and postgraduate programs at the University of São Paulo over five years. The primary focus is to understand how oral health impacts academic performance and attendance, providing insights for health promotion strategies within the university community.

Detailed Description

The study employs a prospective cohort design to explore multiple health-related outcomes, including periodontal health, oral health literacy, and the prevalence of caries. The data collected will also examine social and behavioral predictors of oral health, such as dietary habits, stress, and use of substances like tobacco and electronic cigarettes.

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
RECRUITING
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
300
Inclusion Criteria
    1. Current and former undergraduate and postgraduate students of the University of São Paulo.
Exclusion Criteria
    1. Individuals who do not consent to participate.

Study & Design

Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Study Design
Not specified
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Plaque indexthrough study completion, an average of 5 years

Primary outcome: plaque index

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod

Trial Locations

Locations (1)

Faculdade de Odontologia da USP

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São Paulo, Brazil

Faculdade de Odontologia da USP
🇧🇷São Paulo, Brazil
Giuseppe Romito
Contact
11992051939
garomito@usp.br
Graziela Malagutti
Contact
+551130916781
Marcelo S Bonecker
Sub Investigator
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