Using infrared thermography to assess periodontal health
The Accuracy of Infrared Thermographic Imaging for Assessment of Periodontal Status (A Cross-Sectional Study )
This study is testing if infrared thermography can help spot gum diseases like gingivitis and periodontitis in patients without needing invasive methods.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 45 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 60 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Ain Shams University Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | radiation |
| Locations | 1 site (Cairo) |
| Trial ID | NCT06290414 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study evaluates the effectiveness of infrared thermographic imaging as a non-invasive tool for diagnosing periodontal diseases. A total of 45 patients will be examined using standard clinical parameters and infrared thermal imaging to identify conditions such as gingivitis and periodontitis. The thermal images will be analyzed to detect temperature changes in the tissues, and the study aims to compare the diagnostic accuracy of thermography against traditional methods. The results will help determine the sensitivity and specificity of this imaging technique for periodontal assessment.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults aged 18 to 60 with generalized gingivitis, periodontitis, or a healthy periodontium.
Not a fit: Patients who are pregnant, smokers, or on certain medications that affect saliva production or immune response may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could provide a rapid and non-invasive method for diagnosing periodontal diseases, improving patient care.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of thermography in periodontal assessment is relatively novel, similar imaging techniques have shown promise in other medical fields.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* The patients will be enrolled into the study based on the following inclusion criteria:
1. Patients with generalized gingivitis
2. patient with generalized periodontitis .
3. patient with healthy periodontium .
4. Both genders above 18 y to 60 y .
Exclusion Criteria:
* The patients will not be enrolled into this study based on the following exclusion criteria:
1. pregnant women .
2. smokers .
3. Patients on medications that cause xerostomia as diuretics , antidepressants
,bronchodilators ,antihistaminics , antiepileptic ( etc ..)
4. Patient using antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, and immunosuppressive therapy during the during the study .
5. molars according to camera specifications
6. handicapped patients
7. para functional habits as mouth breathing and tongue thrusting
Where this trial is running
Cairo
- Faculty of dentistry Ain Shams University — Cairo, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Shrouk N. Elboray, BDS
- Email: shrouk.elboraay@dent.asu.edu.eg
- Phone: +0201065433857
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.