Povidone Iodine for Caries Prevention (NCT07741409)
Povidone Iodine to Prevent Early Childhood Caries
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if Povidone Iodine works to prevent tooth decay and suppress the mouth germs responsible for tooth decay. The main questions it aims to answer are: 1. How will home use of Povidone Iodine, as an adjunct treatment to standard dental care, reduce the incidence of tooth decay? 2. How will home use of Povidone Iodine reduce the mouth germs responsible for tooth decay? 3. If Povidone Iodine use is accompanied by probiotic use, will its effectiveness be even better than Povidone Iodine alone? Participants will: 1. Provide a plaque sample at the beginning of the study. 2. Swab their children's teeth once a week for one month and then monthly thereafter. Some participants may be asked to use probiotic drops nightly after brushing their teeth. 3. Keep a record of compliance. 4. Return every 6 months for a dental exam and to provide a plaque sample. Keep a diary of their symptoms and the number of times they use a rescue inhaler
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: University of Iowa College of Dentistry — Iowa City, Iowa
Age range: 1 Year to 3 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
📋 "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)
- University of Iowa College of Dentistry — Iowa City, Iowa
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (319) 335-9911
Email: jeffrey-banas@uiowa.edu
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 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.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.