NCT07271901

Masticatory Performance in Mixed Dentition Children Before and After Dental Treatment

Masticatory Performance in Mixed Dentition Children Before and After Dental Treatment: an in Vivo Assessment Using a Two-coloured Chewing Gum Mixing Test

• Status: Completed
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 100 (actual)
• Sponsor: TC Erciyes University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 6 Years – 9 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Not accepted

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

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
OTHER	Dental Treatment	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.

Timeline

• Start date: 2025-01-30
• Primary completion: 2025-01-30
• Completion: 2025-07-30
• First posted: 2025-12-09
• Last updated: 2025-12-09

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Turkey (Türkiye)