Perceptions of Parents and Children on Posterior Restorations in Primary Molars

Universiti Teknologi Mara

Status: Completed

Conditions: Dental Restorations; Dental Caries

Treatments: Other: Questionnaire

Study type: Observational

Funder types: Other

Identifiers

NCT07402967

ERC/01/2025 (ERP/4/19) (39)

Details and patient eligibility

About

The research on "Perceptions of Parents and Children on Posterior Restorations in Primary Molars at Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)" gives valuable insights into what influences treatment choices in children's dental care. By understanding the worries and preferences of both parents and children, the study helps dentists better meet their needs, making the experience more comfortable. The findings enhance communication, promote informed decision-making, and ultimately improve patient satisfaction in children's dental care. For parents and children, participating in this research provides a clearer understanding of treatment options, ensures their preferences are considered and creates a more positive dental experience.

This research also helps improve paediatric dentistry overall, promoting family-centered care and guiding future dental practices and policies. The information gathered from this research will benefit individuals, researchers, institutions, and the community by advancing knowledge and informing future practices.

Full description

This questionnaire includes demographic questions and one section related to the study. Please be assured that your information will be kept confidential and used exclusively for this research. The questions should take about 10 minutes to complete. Please respond to them to the best of your preference. The outcomes of this study will be critical for assessing parents' and children's perception on tooth fillings at baby molars teeth.

Enrollment: 140 patients

Sex: All

Ages: 5 to 12 years old

Volunteers: No Healthy Volunteers

Inclusion criteria

• Children

  1. Children aged 5-12 years old.
  2. Paediatric patients who attended UiTM undergraduate clinic.
  3. Fit and healthy patient.
  4. Children who understand English or Malay.

• Parents

  1. Parents/guardians who have provided consent to participate in the study.
  2. Parents who understand English or Malay.
  3. Only one parent for each child.

Exclusion criteria

Children

1. Children below 5 years old and above 12 years old.
2. Paediatric patients who attended other than UiTM undergraduate clinics.
3. Children with disabilities.
4. Children who do not understand English or Malay.

Parent

1. Parents with children below 5 years old and above 12 years old.
2. Parents/guardians who do not provide consent to participate in the study.
3. Parents who do not understand English or Malay. -

Trial design

140 participants in 2 patient groups

Children

Description:

Child aged from 5-12 years old

Treatment:

Other: Questionnaire

Parent

Description:

Parent who had child aged 5-12 years old

Treatment:

Other: Questionnaire