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Compares treatment options for Apical Periodontitis
Official title One Vs Two Visits Root Canal Treatments in Infected Teeth
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04605445
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The primary aim of the study is to compare the outcome of one vs two visits endodontics (root canal treatments) performed in general dental practice of infected (necrotic) teeth, one and four years after treatment. Secondary aims are to compare the root filling quality and the frequency of complications for both treatment modalities.
- This is a blinded study.
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Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Patient older than 17 years.
- Permanent tooth excluding third molars.
- Necrotic tooth with/without clinical and/or radiological signs of apical (juxta radicular) periodontitis (non-bleeding pulp in the canal orifice. In...
You likely can't join if
- Patients with severe general disease and/ or where endodontic treatment requires special consideration for health reasons (eg radiation-treated jaw...
- Systemic involvement (fever).
- Swelling (extra- and/or intra oral).
- Previously root canal treated tooth (instrumented and/or rotfilled).
- Confirmed or strong suspicion of transverse or longitudinal root fracture.
- Trauma to the tooth (\<6 month).
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patient older than 17 years.
- Permanent tooth excluding third molars.
- Necrotic tooth with/without clinical and/or radiological signs of apical (juxta radicular) periodontitis (non-bleeding pulp in the canal orifice. In case of a multi rooted tooth, a non-bleeding pulp in at least one root...
- Patients with severe general disease and/ or where endodontic treatment requires special consideration for health reasons (eg radiation-treated jaw bone in the area or increased susceptibility to infection).
- Systemic involvement (fever).
- Swelling (extra- and/or intra oral).
- Previously root canal treated tooth (instrumented and/or rotfilled).
- Confirmed or strong suspicion of transverse or longitudinal root fracture.
- Trauma to the tooth (\<6 month).
- Marginal bone loss \>1/3 of the root lenght.
- Root resorption.
- Non restorable tooth.
- Endodontic treatment is not considered feasible because rubberdam cannot be used on the tooth.
- Follow-up at the clinic of the treatment after\> 1 year is considered not feasible.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Vaxjo, Kronoberg County, Sweden
- Luleå, Norrbotten County, Sweden
- Kalmar, Sweden
- Luleå, Sweden
- Malmö, Sweden
- Varberg, Sweden
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Vaxjo, Kronoberg County, Sweden; Luleå, Norrbotten County, Sweden; Kalmar, Sweden; Luleå, Sweden; Malmö, Sweden; Varberg, Sweden. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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