AI Toothbrush Tested for Oral Hygiene in Children With Autism
Tests an AI-enabled electric toothbrush against manual brushing in children with autism.
Plain-language title generated from the registry record
Registry title: AI Toothbrush and Visual Pedagogy to Improve Oral Hygiene in Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
Key facts
- Where
- Ribeirão Preto, BrazilSee the site
Could this be for you?
Answer for yourself. This is not a decision: only the study team can say whether you can take part.
- Are you between 5 and 13 years old?
Source: NCT07160517, who can take part
Where in Brazil
- School of Dentistry of Ribeirão Preto - University of São Paulo (FORP-USP)Ribeirão Preto, BrazilNo longer taking part
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Trial details
- Who runs it
- University of Sao Paulo
- Trial code
- NCT07160517
- Record updated
- 8 September 2025
- Original description
This randomized clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of an AI-enabled electric toothbrush and visual pedagogy materials in improving oral hygiene among children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The study compares plaque control, gingival health, and adherence between children using a manual toothbrush with visual pedagogy support and those using an AI-enabled electric toothbrush with app-based monitoring.Read full original descriptionShow less
Effectiveness of an Artificial Intelligence-Enabled Electric Toothbrush and Visual Pedagogy Materials on Oral Hygiene of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder
This randomized clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of an AI-enabled electric toothbrush and visual pedagogy materials in improving oral hygiene among children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The study compares plaque control, gingival health, and adherence between children using a manual toothbrush with visual pedagogy support and those using an AI-enabled electric toothbrush with app-based monitoring.
Inclusion: Child must be accompanied by a primary caregiver (≥18 years old) responsible for daily oral hygiene; Caregiver must have access to a smartphone or computer to interact with the digital platform; Written informed consent (TCLE) from the caregiver and assent (TALE) from the child; -.
Exclusion: Children with advanced periodontal disease or other oral conditions requiring urgent dental treatment; Caregivers who are unable or unwilling to use basic digital platforms (smartphone, tablet, or computer); Families who decline participation at any stage of the study; -.