ENHANCE-D: protocol for a pragmatic, 3-arm, randomised controlled trial comparing the impact of enhanced smoking cessation interventions to very brief advice for adult smokers in dental care settings.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Smoking is a key contributor to health inequalities, particularly impacting oral health. Periodontal (gum) health is significantly affected by smoking. With their extensive reach, regular and frequent patient contact, and potential teachable moments, dental teams are well placed to support patients to stop smoking. This is currently mainly provided through Very Brief Advice (VBA) interventions and so there is scope to enhance the cessation support offered. A large definitive trial is needed to confirm whether this would lead to improved smoking quit rates, improved oral health, and be good value for money.

Methods

The ENHANCE-D trial is a multi-centre, pragmatic, definitive, 3-arm, parallel group, individually randomised controlled superiority trial, including an

SUBMITTER: Holliday R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12305899 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature