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Bacterial Reduction After Supplementary Disinfection Procedures in Infected Root Canals

RecruitingNA

Sponsor: Abhishek Parolia

Conditions: Dental Pulp Necroses

Interventions: GentleWave System Root Canal Therapy, EdgePro Laser Root Canal Therapy, The ProUltra Piezo Ultrasonic with EndoUltra Tips Root Canal Therapy

Countries: United States

The purpose of this study is to understand the effect that 3 different types of root canal procedures have on bacteria.

Eligibility overview

Sex: ALL

Age: 18 Years to 95 Years

Healthy volunteers: No

Study type: INTERVENTIONAL

Eligibility criteria

Inclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosis of pulp necrosis with apical periodontitis (AP) confirmed by pulp tests, clinical and radiographic evidence.
* Tooth with no response to cold and electric pulp testing (done at screening).
* Single canalled premolars with intact pulp chamber walls.
* Patient must be 18 years of age or older

Exclusion Criteria:

* Teeth with vital pulp.
* Teeth with incomplete root formation (immature with apical periodontitis).
* Teeth with extensive crown destruction.
* Teeth with previous endodontic treatment or intervention (pulp debridement).
* Teeth with acute/ chronic apical abscess.
* Teeth with internal or external resorption.
* Teeth with non-odontogenic facial pain.
* Teeth with periodontal pockets deeper than 4 mm.
* Teeth with advanced untreated periodontal disease or recent periodontal surgery.
* Teeth with mobility score greater than 2.
* Teeth with a fracture or visible crack.
* Patients with diabetes or immune compromised conditions.
* Patients who received systemic antibiotics within the last 3 months.
* Patients taking corticosteroids.
* Patients who are pregnant.

Locations (1)

Iowa City, Iowa, United States