Composite ResinsNCT07405619
Quality Assessment of Anterior Composite Restorations
An observational study of Composite Resins, run by Recep Tayyip Erdogan University Training and Research Hospital at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
Evaluation of Intraoral Smartphone Photography for Anterior Restorations Purpose The goal of this observational study was to determine if intraoral digital photography-captured using modern smartphones-can accurately assess the quality of dental fillings (anterior composite restorations) compared to traditional… Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 64 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Composite Resins
- What is being tested?
- Smartphone Photography
- How many people
- 185 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 11 Apr 2023to 14 Sep 2024
- How long will I take part?
- 6 Months
- Phase
- Observational
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 to 64 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult
Study population: The study included 185 anterior teeth with composite restorations from individuals aged 18-64
Who may be able to join
- -
Who cannot join
- Primary teeth, unrestored teeth, and teeth with amalgam, glass ionomer, or indirect restorations
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: Quality Assessment of Anterior Composite Restorations: Clinical Examination Versus Three Digital Photographic Techniques
Evaluation of Intraoral Smartphone Photography for Anterior Restorations Purpose The goal of this observational study was to determine if intraoral digital photography-captured using modern smartphones-can accurately assess the quality of dental fillings (anterior composite restorations) compared to traditional in-person clinical exams.
Read the detailed description
Evaluating the longevity and quality of dental restorations is a cornerstone of restorative dentistry. Traditionally, the World Dental Federation (FDI) criteria are applied during a physical clinical examination. However, the rise of teledentistry and the accessibility of high-resolution mobile imaging have created a need to validate digital photography as a diagnostic tool. This study investigates whether the convenience of smartphone photography can match the diagnostic "gold standard" of a clinical chairside exam and the technical "gold standard" of a professional DSLR camera.
- Conditions
- Composite Resins
- Being tested
- Smartphone Photography
- Keywords
- anterior composite restorations; digital photography
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Smartphone PhotographyOther
This study evaluates the diagnostic performance of three different digital imaging protocols compared to a physical clinical examination.
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Diagnostic Agreement for FDI Final Scores
The level of agreement between each digital photography method and the clinical examination (Gold Standard) for the overall restoration status. Restorations are categorized into three final scores: Intact, Requires Repair, or Needs Replacement based on World Dental Federation (FDI) criteria.
Measured: At the time of the single clinical assessment (cross-sectional).
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted12 Feb 2026
- Study start11 Apr 2023
- Primary completion1 Mar 2024
- Study completion14 Sep 2024
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Publications (1)Papers the sponsor has linked to this study.
- Other trials for Composite ResinsStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Observational
- Observational model
- Other
- Time perspective
- Cross-sectional
- Enrolment
- 185 participants (actual)
- Target duration
- 6 Months
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Recep Tayyip Erdogan University Training and Research Hospital
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Gul Yildiz Telatar, Recep Tayyip Erdogan University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07405619
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 2023/137
- Status last verified
- Feb 2026
- First submitted
- 5 Feb 2026
- Last updated
- 12 Feb 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- Yes
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Yes
Publications
Opdam NJM, Collares K, Hickel R, Bayne SC, Loomans BA, Cenci MS, Lynch CD, Correa MB, Demarco F, Schwendicke F, Wilson NHF. Clinical studies in restorative dentistry: New directions and new demands. Dent Mater. 2018 Jan;34(1):1-12. doi: 10.1016/j.dental.2017.08.187. Epub 2017 Sep 20.
PubMed 28941587
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 12 Feb 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Quality Assessment of Anterior Composite Restorations: Clinical Examination Versus Three Digital Photographic Techniques
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07405619
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- 2023/137
- Conditions
- Composite Resins
- Keywords
- anterior composite restorations; digital photography
- Study type
- Observational
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 185 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Recep Tayyip Erdogan University Training and Research HospitalUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 11 Apr 2023 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 1 Mar 2024 (actual)
- Study completion
- 14 Sep 2024 (actual)
- First posted
- 12 Feb 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
Evaluation of Intraoral Smartphone Photography for Anterior Restorations Purpose The goal of this observational study was to determine if intraoral digital photography-captured using modern smartphones-can accurately assess the quality of dental fillings (anterior composite restorations) compared to traditional in-person clinical exams.
Detailed description
Evaluating the longevity and quality of dental restorations is a cornerstone of restorative dentistry. Traditionally, the World Dental Federation (FDI) criteria are applied during a physical clinical examination. However, the rise of teledentistry and the accessibility of high-resolution mobile imaging have created a need to validate digital photography as a diagnostic tool. This study investigates whether the convenience of smartphone photography can match the diagnostic "gold standard" of a clinical chairside exam and the technical "gold standard" of a professional DSLR camera.
Study design
- Observational model
- Other
- Time perspective
- Cross-sectional
- Target follow-up
- 6 Months
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 64 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
- Study population
- The study included 185 anterior teeth with composite restorations from individuals aged 18-64
Key inclusion criteria (1 listed)
- -
Key exclusion criteria (1 listed)
- Primary teeth, unrestored teeth, and teeth with amalgam, glass ionomer, or indirect restorations
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Smartphone PhotographyThis study evaluates the diagnostic performance of three different digital imaging protocols compared to a physical clinical examination. | Other | – |
Primary outcome
Diagnostic Agreement for FDI Final Scores
Time frame: At the time of the single clinical assessment (cross-sectional).
The level of agreement between each digital photography method and the clinical examination (Gold Standard) for the overall restoration status. Restorations are categorized into three final scores: Intact, Requires Repair, or Needs Replacement based on World Dental Federation (FDI) criteria.
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 12 Feb 2026.
- Results publication: PubMed 28941587Opdam NJM, Collares K, Hickel R, Bayne SC, Loomans BA, Cenci MS, Lynch CD, Correa MB, Demarco F, Schwendicke F, Wilson NHF. Clinical studies in restorative dentistry: New directions and new demands. Dent Mater. 2018 Jan;34(1):1-12. doi: 10.1016/j.dental.2017.08.187. Epub 2017 Sep 20.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Yes
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
An observational study of Composite Resins, run by Recep Tayyip Erdogan University Training and Research Hospital at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 1 inclusion and 1 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 12 Feb 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Diagnostic Agreement for FDI Final Scores (time frame: At the time of the single clinical assessment (cross-sectional).). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT07405619, which also lists 1 linked publication.
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 12 Feb 2026.