Active clinical trials for "Chronic Periodontitis"

The aim of this study was to compare the clinical and microbiological outcomes of different dosages of metronidazole (MTZ) and of the duration of the systemic administration of MTZ and amoxicillin as adjunct to scaling and root planing (SRP) in the treatment of generalized chronic periodontitis (GChP).

Therefore, the aim of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of daily supplementation of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids and low-dose aspirin as adjunct therapy to one-stage full-mouth periodontal ultrasonic debridement for the treatment of chronic periodontitis in type 2 diabetic patients through a superiority randomized clinical trial.

Clinical evaluation of local subgingival application of injectable platelet-rich fibrin ( i-PRF ) for chronic periodntitis as adjunctive to non surgical therapy and compare it with hyaluronic acid. 120 periodontal patients will receive a scaling and root planing ( non surgical periodontal therapy). Equal number of patients will receive subgingival application of i-PRF, hyaluronic acid or placebo gel as the adjunction to non surgical therapy.

This study is to determine whether scaling and root planing (SRP) followed by photodynamic disinfection results in improved outcomes that persist over time in adults with chronic periodontitis when compared with subjects with SRP alone.

Guided tissue regeneration(GTR) uses membranous materials to shield gingival epithelial cells and connective tissue cells which grow more rapidly, creating an effective closed space and time for periodontal ligament cells with regenerative potential, so that new cementum is formed on the root surface and periodontal ligament fibers are embedded, resulting in regenerative healing. In order to improve the effect of periodontal regeneration therapy, as early as 1990s, scholars began to mix platelet concentrate and bone graft in periodontal regenerative surgery to improve the ability of local bone induction and tissue healing. Studies have shown that platelet concentrate, which is rich in a variety of growth factors in autologous blood, can promote soft tissue and bone tissue healing by acting on tissue healing cells (osteoblasts, epithelial cells, connective tissue cells, etc.). It is closely related to periodontal regeneration; the regenerative component of platelet concentrate, growth factor, and the structure of fibrin network containing growth factor are the key to promote tissue repair and regeneration.Modified platelet-rich fibrin (advanced platelet rich fibrin,APRF) and concentrated growth factor (CGF) are the latest generation of platelet concentrates. A number of studies have shown that APRF and CGF contain more cytokines, have a denser fibrin network, and show stronger ability to promote the migration and proliferation of gingival fibroblasts, suggesting that both of them may have better ability to promote bone tissue healing. At present, the latest generation of platelet concentrate has been widely used in implant surgery, but their clinical effects in periodontal regeneration surgery are still lack of conclusive evidence. there is no report on comparing the clinical effects of the two through randomized clinical controlled trials.

Periodontitis are inflammatory diseases characterized by the destruction of the tooth-supporting bone due to increased bone resorption by osteoclasts (OCLs). Two forms are described: chronic periodontitis (CP) and aggressive periodontitis (AP) that differ by the severity and rapidity of bone loss, much more important for AP than CP. In both forms, the link with uncontrolled activation of the immune system is largely admitted. Despite the physiopathology of CP is fairly well studied, very few data are available regarding AP. The investigators aim is to understand the severity of AP by analyzing the proportion and action of immune and mesnchymal cells potentially involved in bone destruction, on biopsies of periodontal granulation tissue (surgical waste) and blood. Three groups of 20 patients will be included: affected with AP, CP or controls (necessitating an extraction of wisdom teeth).

The aim of this randomized placebo- controlled clinical trial is to evaluate the effects of Lactobacillus rhamnosus SP1- containing probiotic tablets as an adjunct to scaling and root planning (SRP). Material and methods: Thirty six chronic periodontitis patients will be recruited and monitored clinically, immunologically and microbiologically at baseline, 3 and 6 months after therapy. All patients will receive scaling and root planning and randomly will be assigned over an experimental (SRP + probiotic, n=18) or control (SRP + placebo, n=18) group. The tablets will be used once per day during 3 months.

Dental bacterial plaque is the most frequent modifiable finding in patients with periodontal (gum) diseases. Many studies have provided evidence that mechanical removal of dental plaque is critical for improving the periodontal health. The standard initial treatment of periodontitis (gum disease) is to remove plaque and calculus form the teeth and root structures using sclaing and root planing (SRP). Typically hand instruments and an ultrasonic scaler are used for SRP While this method removes some of the bacteria that leads to periodontitis, microorganisms are not completely eliminated through SRP. Studies have shown that after 3 months, the bacteria initially present prior to scaling and root planing had recolonized. In order to prevent recurrence of periodontitis, it is recommended that oral bacteria be kept at low levels. When used at the proper wave length, dental lasers have been shown to effectively removes calculus, without damaging surrounding tissue. The Er:YAG laser has been FDA-approved for the use of scaling and root planing in Dentistry. While studies on the Er:YAG laser have shown that it is effective in removing calculus and preserving the tooth root structure, there is no consensus of the level of calculus removal. The Er:YAG laser may also be more effective in removing microbial bacteria than SRP with hand instruments and ultrasonic scaler. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the Er:YAG laser, as an adjunct to scaling and root planing, in removing microbial bacteria. Participants with chronic periodontitis will be randomized to have one quadrant undergo scaling and root planing using hand instruments and ultrasonic scaler alone, while a second quadrant will receive the same treatment, with the addition of the Er:YAG laser. Outcomes studies will be traditional periodontal clinical parameters at 6 weeks and 3 months after treatment. Microbial cultures will be performed at baseline and 3 months to compare survival and re-population by periodontal microorganisms.

The aim of this multicenter randomized clinical trial is to compare the clinical, microbiological and immunological effects of the adjunctive use of systemic metronidazole plus amoxicillin administered in different phases of the treatment of generalized chronic periodontitis.

The goal of this project is to assess repeated and ongoing oral care and the way it may affect inflammation and quality of life in hemodialysis patients. Two treatment groups will be compared: 1) ongoing and repeated gum disease therapy including deep tooth cleaning followed by multiple appointments of maintenance 2) single session of gum disease therapy with only one session of deep tooth cleaning Samples of blood will be obtained for study to examine the changes of inflammatory substances in the blood as a result of the two different gum disease treatments. Also, a 14-question survey will be discussed with you to assess oral health related quality of life (OHIP-14) and the way it is affected by oral care. For this project, four dialysis centers will be randomly assigned to either of the treatment groups #1 or #2 prior to your enrollment. For this purpose, there are two distinct consent forms explaining the visits, procedures and risks of the two treatment groups #1 or #2. As a result, all participants in the same dialysis center will belong to the same treatment group (either #1 or #2) and presented with the corresponding consent form. This dialysis center has been randomized to treatment group # 1; therefore you will receive ongoing and repeated gum disease therapy including deep tooth cleaning followed by multiple appointments of maintenance.