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NCT Number: NCT07402967

Perceptions of Parents and Children on Posterior Restorations in Primary Molars

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.

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Key information

Conditions

Dental Caries Dental Restorations Stomatognathic Diseases Tooth Demineralization Tooth Diseases

Age range

5 year–12 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Universiti Teknologi MARA

Sungai Buloh, Selangor, Malaysia

About this study

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.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Children
  • Children aged 5-12 years old.
  • Paediatric patients who attended UiTM undergraduate clinic.
  • Fit and healthy patient.
  • Children who understand English or Malay.
  • Parents
  • Parents/guardians who have provided consent to participate in the study.
  • Parents who understand English or Malay.
  • Only one parent for each child.

Exclusion criteria

Children

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

Parent

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

Treatment and study plan

Questionnaire

Other

Questionnaire about their perception on dental restoration for paediatric posterior teeth

Primary outcomes

  1. Parental Preference for Posterior Restorations in Primary Molars

    Time frame: January 2025 until January 2026

    Outcome Measure Description: Assessment of the parents' preferred choice of restoration using the study questionnaire (Domain 3.4: Perception). Parents are presented with 4 images representing different restoration options: Image A (Stainless steel crown), Image B (Amalgam restoration), Image C (Composite restoration), and Image D (Bioflex crown), and asked to select the single option they prefer.

    Unit of Measure: Percentage of participants

Secondary outcomes

  1. Parental Income Level

    Time frame: january 2025 until January 2026

    Outcome Measure Description: Assessment of the parents' socioeconomic status based on self-reported monthly income collected via the sociodemographic section of the study questionnaire.

    Unit of Measure: Malaysian Ringgit (MYR). Grouped into

    Monthly household income :

    Less than RM2499 RM2500 - RM4849 RM4850 - RM 10,959 More than RM11,000

  2. Age of Child

    Time frame: January 2025 until January 2026

    Outcome Measure Description: Assessment of the paediatric patient's age collected via the sociodemographic section of the study questionnaire.

    Unit of Measure: Years (or months, as applicable)

  3. Parental Education Level

    Time frame: January 2025 until January 2026

    Outcome Measure Description: Assessment of the parents' highest level of education attained, collected via the sociodemographic section of the study questionnaire.

    Unit of Measure: Level of education

    No formal education Primary school Secondary school Tertiary school Postgraduate

  4. Gender of Child

    Time frame: January 2025 until January 2026

    Outcome Measure Description: Assessment of the paediatric patient's gender (e.g., male or female) collected via the sociodemographic section of the study questionnaire.

    Unit of Measure: Percentage of participants (e.g., % Male, % Female)

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Universiti Teknologi Mara

Other

Collaborators

  • Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Sungai Buloh Campus, Malaysia

Registry information

Official study title

Perceptions of Parents and Children on Posterior Restorations in Primary Molars: An Institutional Study

Important dates

Study start
2025
Primary completion
2025
Study completion
2026
First posted
Feb 11, 2026
Registry last updated
Feb 27, 2026

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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