Participant Registration & Consent
Welcome to the ENDURE Study at ADOM Academy. This research program is dedicated to advancing ethical, non-radiative dental imaging by exploring the role of ultrasound as a safer, more precise alternative to traditional radiation-based dental imaging.
Your participation helps us understand how ultrasound can enhance dental diagnosis while reducing radiation exposure for future generations.
The ENDURE Study at ADOM Academy is designed to evaluate how non-radiative ultrasound can improve the accuracy, safety, and precision of dental diagnosis. Traditional dental imaging relies heavily on ionizing radiation such as cone beam CT (CBCT) and X-rays. This study seeks to understand whether ultrasound can provide meaningful anatomical information that supports or enhances dental evaluation.
The goal of this study is to help transform dental care so clinicians can move from traditional practice patterns toward true precision-based dental diagnostics. By studying how ultrasound visualizes teeth, bone, gums, and surrounding tissues, we aim to determine how this technology may benefit patients, reduce cumulative radiation exposure, and improve diagnostic outcomes in daily dental practice.
This study is non-diagnostic and non-invasive. All scans are performed for research and educational purposes only. The information gathered will help ADOM Academy advance safer imaging practices and explore the future of precision-based dentistry.
Ultrasound images collected in this study will not be used to diagnose, treat, or recommend care.
Participants aged 18 and older may provide consent for themselves.Participants under the age of 18 may participate with parental or legal guardian consent.
Age 18 or older, or under 18 with parental/guardian consent
Able to provide informed consent (or assent with parental consent)
Able to sit or recline comfortably for 10–20 minutes
Willing to allow non-diagnostic ultrasound imaging of dental regions
Inability to remain still during imaging
Severe facial trauma preventing safe probe placement
Active medical emergency
Intoxication or inability to provide informed consent or assent
Participants will receive a non-diagnostic dental ultrasound scan.
It takes approximately 10–20 minutes.
The scan involves placing an ultrasound probe along the cheek or dental region.
No radiation, no needles, no medication, no treatment.
Images will be saved for research and education only.
Dental ultrasound is extremely low risk.
Mild discomfort from probe pressure
Possible sensation of cool gel
No radiation exposure
No known long-term risks. Ultrasound is widely recognized as one of the safest imaging modalities in medicine.
Since it is non-diagnostic:
No direct medical benefit
Contributes to research on safer dental imaging
Helps reduce radiation reliance in dentistry
Supports education and training at ADOM
ADOM Academy is committed to protecting your privacy.
Your information and images will be stored securely
Research data may be de-identified for educational use
Your personal identifiers will not be shared without your permission
No medical diagnosis will be recorded or added to your medical or dental record
This study is not a clinical service, and ADOM is not acting as a healthcare provider in this context.
By participating, you authorize ADOM Academy to:
Collect ultrasound images for research and educational use
Use de-identified data to improve dental ultrasound training
Include anonymized images in research, teaching, and scientific presentations
Your personal identity will never be associated with images unless you explicitly request it.
Participation is entirely voluntary
You may withdraw at any time for any reason
Your decision will not affect their care or relationship with ADOM or any services you receive.
There is no cost to participate in this study, and no compensation is provided.
By enrolling in this study, you agree to:
Provide accurate health information
Arrive on time for scheduled appointments
Notify ADOM if you cannot attend a session
Remain still during imaging when possible
ADOM Academy agrees to:
Conduct the study ethically and respectfully
Maintain confidentiality of all participant data
Use only non-radiative, low-risk imaging methods
Ensure that participation is voluntary and safe
Only share information with your provider if you request it
If an unexpected observation is noted during the dental ultrasound study, you may choose to provide the name and contact information of your dentist or physician. When you choose to share your provider’s information, ADOM Academy will send the observation or image directly to your healthcare provider for their review. ADOM Academy does not send information to any provider unless you request it by voluntarily providing their information. ADOM Academy does not diagnose, interpret, or offer medical opinions regarding any unexpected findings.
Provider Information (Optional)
Dentist Information (Optional)
Emergency Contact
Thank you for contributing to the ENDURE Study. Your participation plays a vital role in advancing safer, non-radiative dental imaging and shaping the future of precision-based dentistry. Your involvement helps us explore new pathways for diagnostic accuracy while reducing radiation exposure for generations to come. Your contribution helps advance the development of ethical, non-radiative imaging standards in dentistry.
