Masticatory Performance in Mixed Dentition Children Before and After Dental Treatment

NCT07271901 | Completed

• 1 other identifier: ERU-PEDO-2025-MP01
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 100
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

This prospective clinical study aimed to evaluate the effects of dental treatment on masticatory performance and food preferences in children during the mixed dentition period. A total of 100 children aged 6 to 9 years were included and categorized into three groups based on the Caries Assessment Spectrum and Treatment (CAST) index (CAST 5, 6, and 7). Masticatory performance was objectively assessed using a two-coloured chewing gum mixing test (Vivident Fruit Swing) and analyzed with ViewGum© software by calculating the Variance of Hue (VOH) value. Assessments were performed before and three months after dental treatment. Additional variables such as posterior occlusal contacts, body mass index (BMI), and pain scores were also recorded. The study aimed to determine the improvement in masticatory function and the potential association between oral rehabilitation and food preference changes in children during the mixed dentition period.

Conditions

Dental Caries

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Change in Variance of Hue (VOH) Values Before and After Dental Treatment

  Baseline and 3 months after dental treatment

Study Arms (1)

Dental Treatment

EXPERIMENTAL

Other: Dental Treatment

Interventions

Dental Treatment OTHER

Comprehensive dental treatment including restorative procedures, pulp therapy, and extractions performed under local anesthesia as indicated. The intervention aimed to eliminate dental caries and restore normal oral function. Masticatory performance was evaluated before and three months after treatment using a two-coloured chewing gum mixing test and analyzed with ViewGum© software to assess improvement in chewing ability.

Dental Treatment

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 6 Years - 9 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Child (0-17)

You may qualify if:

• Children aged 6 to 9 years in the mixed dentition period Presence of dental caries categorized as CAST codes 5, 6, or 7 Children with fully erupted permanent first molars Medically healthy children (ASA I) Cooperative or manageable with nonpharmacological behavior guidance techniques Written informed consent obtained from parents or legal guardians

You may not qualify if:

• Children with systemic or neurological disorders affecting mastication or swallowing History of orthodontic or prosthetic treatment Presence of temporomandibular joint dysfunction Use of medications influencing salivary flow or muscle activity Uncooperative children for whom the chewing test could not be standardized

Sponsors & Collaborators

• TC Erciyes University: lead

Study Sites (1)

Erciyes University

Kayseri, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Dental Caries

Interventions

Dental Care

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Tooth Demineralization; Tooth Diseases; Stomatognathic Diseases

Intervention Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Dentistry; Dental Health Services; Health Services; Health Care Facilities Workforce and Services

Study Officials

• Ezgi Turkyilmaz

  Erciyes University Faculty of Dentistry

  PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: NA
• Masking: NONE
• Purpose: TREATMENT
• Intervention Model: SINGLE GROUP
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Research Assistant, Department of Pediatric Dentistry

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: November 26, 2025
• First Posted: December 9, 2025
• Study Start: January 30, 2025
• Primary Completion: January 30, 2025
• Study Completion: July 30, 2025
• Last Updated: December 9, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-11

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

TU (1)