An interactive Web based application augmented by Telereinforcement for dietary modification to reduce caries activity"
Trial Snapshot
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Status
- Not yet recruiting
- Enrollment
- 80
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- Development of an AI tool to help asses an individuals sugar consumption on daily basis and in turn provide solutions along with dietary substitutes.
Study Overview
Brief Summary
Dental caries is a common, preventable disease caused by the demineralization of tooth structures due to acid produced by bacteria fermenting dietary sugars. Its high prevalence, especially in children from low- and middle-income countries, is linked to poor dietary habits and high sugar consumption. A key approach to prevention involves limiting sugar intake and improving oral hygiene. This study introduces a web-based digital tool designed to help users assess and reduce their sugar consumption, offering personalized dietary recommendations. The study, conducted in the Department of Pediatric and Preventive Dentistry at Santosh Dental College, will evaluate the tool’s effectiveness by monitoring salivary levels of Streptococcus mutans, Lactobacillus, and pH. Eighty high-caries-risk children aged 5–14 will be divided into two groups—one receiving only conventional counselling and the other using the web-based tool. This innovative approach aims to empower users, improve dietary behavior, and promote preventive oral health using digital technology.
Study Design
- Study Type
- Interventional
- Allocation
- Na
- Masking
- None
Eligibility Criteria
- Ages
- 5.00 Year(s) to 14.00 Year(s) (—)
- Sex
- All
Inclusion Criteria
- •High caries risk patient 2) Cooperative child.
Exclusion Criteria
- •Medically compromised children.
- •No cooperation from child 3) Allergic patients.
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Development of an AI tool to help asses an individuals sugar consumption on daily basis and in turn provide solutions along with dietary substitutes.
Time Frame: The web based application intervention will be given at the second appointment after 5 days and then further follow-ups will be taken after 21 days and 3 months.
Secondary Outcomes
No secondary outcomes reported
Investigators
Ahana Sharma
Santosh Dental College