Motivational Interviewing to Improve Oral Hygiene in Adolescent Orthodontic Patients (NCT07164989)
A Patient-Centered Approach to Promote Oral Health Awareness and Practices Regarding Oral Hygiene in Adolescent Orthodontic Patients: A Randomized Controlled Trial Using Motivational Interviewing
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
This study is being conducted to explore how motivational interviewing (MI), A patient-centered counseling method, can help improve oral health awareness and practices in adolescents undergoing orthodontic treatment. Adolescents often struggle to maintain good oral hygiene during orthodontic care, which can lead to complications such as gum disease, tooth decay, and poor treatment outcomes. Participants in this study will receive brief, structured conversations focused on encouraging them to set goals and take responsibility for their oral health. These interviews are designed to be non-judgmental and supportive, helping the participants explore their own motivations for keeping their teeth and gums healthy during braces treatment. The study will take place at a pediatric dentistry clinic and will involve adolescents aged approximately 14 to 19 who are receiving orthodontic care. The goal is to assess whether this type of communication improves their oral hygiene behaviors and outcomes compared to standard oral health education. Findings from this research may help pediatric dentists and orthodontists improve how they engage adolescent patients in taking care of their oral health.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: UAB School of Dentistry/ Department of Pediatric Dentistry — Birmingham, Alabama
Age range: 14 Years to 19 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Motivational Interviewing-Based Counseling (BEHAVIORAL)
- Standard Oral Health Education (BEHAVIORAL)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)
- UAB School of Dentistry/ Department of Pediatric Dentistry — Birmingham, Alabama
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.