Active clinical trials for "Periodontitis"

This study aims to assess the hypothesis that revitalization of teeth without (a)symptomatic apical periodontitis have a more favourable outcome in terms of further root development, periapical bone healing, maintaining/regaining pulp sensitivity and survival, than teeth with (a)symptomatic apical periodontitis.

Patients of Stage III and Stage IV Periodontitis will be assessed for masticatory dysfunction and psychological distress. Subgingival Instrumentation will be done for treating periodontitis. Patients will be re-evaluated after 2 and 3 months in order to assess any change in masticatory dysfunction and psychological distress by improved periodontal health.

Background- The use of minimally invasive procedures has recently been advocated for the treatment of periodontitis, to minimize patient discomfort and maximize the healing potential. These techniques usually involve the use of magnification lenses or microscopes and small instruments which reduce the risk of tissue trauma compared with traditional instruments. Rationale- So far only descriptive data about the clinical effects of such procedure are available and comparative studies that would include other treatment alternatives are lacking. Therefore, the aim of this study is, on split-mouth model, to compare the number of diseased sites (defined by probing depth ˃ 4 mm and bleeding on probing) after conventional subgingival instrumentation and Minimally invasive nonsurgical periodontal therapy (MINST) with the usage of special mini instruments and magnifying loupes. Objectives- To compare sites that have residual probing depth and require further surgical intervention after undergoing the two treatment modalities. Methods- In this split mouth randomized controlled trial, Test group will undergo non surgical therapy under magnification and using special mini bladed instruments while the control group will undergo conventional subgingival instrumentation. Reevaluation will be at 6 weeks and 3 months. Expected outcomes- If both the groups differ in outcomes after therapy, MINST can be used to minimize the number of sites that require surgery and hence will reduce treatment costs and morbidity.

This is a pilot prospective cohort study to assess the efficacy of minimally-invasive non-surgical periodontal therapy (MINST) for the treatment of teeth with unfavourable periodontal prognosis. 20 patients who have teeth with unfavourable periodontal prognosis (due to bone loss to the apex or furcation involvement grade II C) will receive minimally-invasive non-surgical treatment (MINST) and will be reassessed up to 12 months after treatment.

The majority of the burden of periodontal diseases in the population remain undetected. Self-detection and confirmation with simple, non-clinical tests may improve early case detection and access to the needed level of care. A recently conducted study has indicated that self-reported signs and symptoms through questionnaires and gingival bleeding on brushing (GBoB), in particular, are potentially useful approaches to detect gingival inflammation and other signs of periodontal health and disease. A parallel study evaluated the accuracy of the presence of elevated levels of activated matrix metalloproteinase-8 (MMP-8). A strategy combining specific questions, subject demographics, GBoB and aMMP-8 has shown promise for screening and diagnosis of periodontal health and disease. Validation of a diagnostic approach requires assessment in a first population (development group) and confirmation in an independent one.

The primary objective:To evaluate the efficacy of different administration protocols of human dental pulp mesenchymal stem cells for the treatment of chronic periodontitis patients. The secondary objective:To evaluate the safety of different administration protocols of human dental pulp mesenchymal stem cells for the treatment of chronic periodontitis patients. The exploratory objective:To investigate the effects of human dental pulp mesenchymal stem cells on biomarkers in gingival crevicular fluid in chronic periodontitis patients.

Periodontitis is an inflammatory disease characterized by periodontal tissue destruction caused by bacterial infection. The immune response plays an important role in the progression of periodontitis. The disease process starts with periodontopathogens in dental plaque, and tissue destruction is mainly caused by the immune response of the host to the etiological microorganism and cytokine profile through various inflammatory cytokines. The cytokine response, which plays a critical role in the pathogenesis of periodontal disease, determines the progression of the disease. Evaluation of the effects of IL-6, IL-17 and IL-35 levels in the gingival crevicular fluid on periodontal disease together with clinical parameters has been the basis of our study. This study consists of individuals with grad B-C stage III-IV periodontitis and healthy individuals, which is the subtitle of Periodontal and Periimplant Diseases and Conditions in the classification renewed in 2017. It is aimed to examine the changes and possible correlations in IL-6, IL-17, IL-35 levels as a result of biochemical examination of the samples taken from the gingival crevicular fluid. In our study, according to the new classification of 2017, gingival crevicular fluid samples collected from individuals with grade B-C stage III-IV periodontal disease and healthy individuals under appropriate conditions and techniques were measured for IL-6, IL-17 and IL-35 by enzymatic immunosorbent test (ELISA). It aims to investigate the negative/positive correlations and compare the increases-decreases.

This study aims to investigate the clinical and microbiological efficacy of Lactobacillus reuteri as an adjunctive therapy to non-surgical periodontal treatment of chronic periodontitis with type 2 diabetes.

This study aims to compare two common oral hygiene routines on the improvement of glycemic control and oral health parameters in moderate to severe periodontitis patients with uncontrolled type 2 diabetes (T2DM). It is currently unclear if one oral hygiene routine is more effective than the other. The two routines being compared are: Group 1: Scaling and root planing + oral hygiene routine with use of an electric toothbrush (Sonicare Diamond Clean Smart ®) along with its mobile app Group 2: Scaling and root planing + oral hygiene routine with use of manual toothbrush The specific aims of the study are: Aim 1: To assess the impact of Sonicare Diamond Clean Smart ® use on the glycemic control as an adjunct to scaling and root planing and oral hygiene instructions for T2DM patients with moderate to severe periodontitis patients. Aim 2: To assess oral health parameters which include clinical measurements and immune-inflammatory cytokines.

This is a prospective cohort study that aims to describe the difference in terms of percentage of closed pockets (PPD <5 mm and no BOP) when performing the periodontal re-evaluation at 3-4, 6-8 and 12 months. Fifty-two, ≥18-year old, otherwise healthy, periodontitis patients will be recruited at Centro di Odontoiatria, Università di Parma.