Assessing factors affecting root canal treatment outcomes

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to evaluate the outcomes of endodontic treatment in a private specialist office in Slovenia. It will analyze various pre-, intra-, and postoperative factors that may influence the success of root canal procedures. Patients referred for endodontic treatment will be monitored, and their treatment outcomes will be assessed over time. The study seeks to provide insights into improving endodontic care based on observed factors.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* patients referred to the private endodontic specialist office for endodontic treatment
* written informed consent was obtained prior beginning of the treatment.

Exclusion Criteria:

* preoperative advanced periodontal disease
* prior microsurgical root-end resection performed
* apices of the tooth were not clearly discernible on any of periapical radiographs
* endodontic treated teeth were extracted for non-endodontic reason
* the patient did not attend a follow-up examination.

Where it's running

• Odontos, specialistična zobna ambulanta, d.o.o.
  Ljubljana, Slovenia Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Rok Juric, DMD
• Email: rok.juric@odontos.si
• Phone: +386 1 2323231

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.