Status:
RECRUITING
Effects of PBM on Fixed-appliance Orthodontic Patients
Lead Sponsor:
The University of Hong Kong
Conditions:
Orthodontics
Root Resorption
Eligibility:
All Genders
18-35 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of photobiomodulation therapy (PBM) on the dental and periodontal health of patients undergoing fixed-appliance orthodontic treatment, including ort...
Detailed Description
Photobiomodulation therapy (PBM) is a non-invasive, adjunctive medical treatment that has promising effects on various dental and oral conditions, including controlling inflammation, promoting wound h...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Patients aged between 18 and 35 years old with permanent dentition
- Patients who undertake orthodontic treatment using fixed appliances
- Patients who require extraction of premolars in either their upper or lower dental arch
- Patients who have fair oral hygiene habits
- Patients who are systemically healthy
Exclusion
- Patients with generalized dental caries and severe chronic periodontitis in stages III and IV
- Patients with congenital or severe craniofacial anomalies which necessitate orthognathic surgery
- Patients with physical or mental impairment, and those who smoke or undertake systemic medications
- Patients with current root resorption at any of the teeth
- Patients with endodontic treatment and/or large restorations on premolars to be extracted
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
January 20 2024
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
December 1 2027
Estimated Enrollment :
50 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06199674
Start Date
January 20 2024
End Date
December 1 2027
Last Update
May 10 2024
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The University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong, Hong Kong