This page contains information about taking part in the research project. It explains who is behind the project and what it will be like to take part. It also gives answers to common questions.
General Information
Title of the Study
The study is called Keep My Teeth
Where will the research happen?
The research will take place in St. Michael’s House
Who is doing the research?
Dr Kev Mac Giolla Phadraig, the researcher, from Trinity College Dublin (TCD). You can contact him at:
caoimhin.macgiollaphadraig @ dental.tcd.ie.
Who is helping with the study?
Trinity College Dublin
St Michael’s House
National Federation of Voluntary Service Providers
About the study
Why are we inviting you to take part?
We want to see if we can help you improve your oral health.
Do you have to take part?
No, you do not have to take part. You can say Yes or No, and you can even change your mind later.
What will happen if you agree let us count your teeth?
We will:
- Use a mirror and light to count your teeth.
- Count your teeth twice.
- It will not hurt.
- Share what we find with you.
You can show this to your dentist if you want.
What will happen if you agree to answer questions?
We will:
- Ask about your teeth and toothbrushing.
- Ask you what you think about our training.
- We will ask this twice.
Will people know my answers?
No. Only the research team will know what you said.
What are the good things?
You will:
- Get better mouth care.
- Learn how to take care of your teeth.
Are there any risks?
- The check-ups are short and safe
- Some people find it uncomfortable when we lift their lips
What happens to the results?
We will write about the study in reports. But we won’t use your name or anything that shows who you are.
Keeping your information safe
What information will we collect?
- Information on your birthday, health and disability
If you agree to let us look at your teeth:
- Tooth check-up results
- If the check-up is easy or hard
- Notes about how your teeth are doing
If you agree to answer the questions:
- Information about your teeth, toothbrushing and what you thought about the training.
Who sees your information?
Only the researcher and their team.
How long do we keep your information?
We make your information secret as soon as we can by making sure it cannot be linked to you.
We then keep your information for five years.
Then we delete it.
What are your rights?
You or your guardian can:
- Ask to see your data
- Ask us to fix it
- Ask us to delete it (unless we’ve already published results)
- Contact: dataprotection@tcd.ie
Approval and support
Has the study been approved?
Yes, by Trinity College Dublin and St Michael’s House
Who is paying for the study?
The Health Service Executive (HSE) is paying for the study, supported by the National Federation of Voluntary Service Providers, Trinity College and a Brazilian university.
Do you get paid?
No. But you will get helpful information about how to get a healthy mouth.
Future use
Use of information
Your information will not be used for other studies
Questions?
Contact
If you or those who support you have questions, contact:
Dr Kev Mac Giolla Phadraig
caoimhin.macgiollaphadraig @ dental.tcd.ie
Next Steps
What happens next?
We will be in contact with St Michael’s House to tell you more about the project.
If you say yes to taking part, we will ask for a consent form to be signed by you or someone who helps you make decisions.