Evaluating pain and debris extrusion from different irrigation techniques in dental procedures
Correlation Between Postoperative Pain and Apical Extrusion of Different Irrigation Activation Techniques (Randomized Controlled Trial - an In Vitro Study)
This study is testing different ways to clean teeth during dental procedures to see which method causes less pain and pushes out less debris for patients with irreversible pulpitis.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 32 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Ain Shams University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Cairo) |
| Trial ID | NCT06573710 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to assess the impact of various irrigation activation techniques, including LASER, sonic, ultrasonic, and passive needle irrigation, on postoperative pain and the amount of debris extrusion in patients with irreversible pulpitis. Participants will report their pain levels before and after the procedure at specified intervals. The study will utilize a randomized controlled trial design to compare the effectiveness of these techniques in managing pain and minimizing debris during dental treatments.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18-50 with symptomatic irreversible pulpitis in lower molars.
Not a fit: Patients with uncontrolled health conditions, immunocompromised status, periodontal diseases, calcified canals, or those who are pregnant may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management and treatment outcomes for patients undergoing dental procedures for irreversible pulpitis.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on various irrigation techniques, this specific comparison of LASER, sonic, and ultrasonic methods in relation to postoperative pain and debris extrusion is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age group 18-50 years * Males and females * Lower molars with symptomatic irreversible pulpitis without apical periodontitis Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with uncontrolled health conditions * Immunocompromised patients * Teeth with periodontal diseases * Teeth with calcified canals * pregnant patients
Where this trial is running
Cairo
- Ain Shams University — Cairo, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Omnia Hani Mohamed Tawfik
- Email: omniahany@dent.asu.edu.eg
- Phone: 01095295055
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.