What is this study trying to find out about dentin hypersensitivity?

This study is evaluating dental and periodontal health after interproximal enamel reduction in patients with clear aligners and comparing Laser diode and sodium fluoride treatments for dentin hypersensitivity. It aims to understand if these treatments reduce sensitivity more effectively than no treatment. The University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli is leading this research.

Who may be eligible for this dentin hypersensitivity clinical trial?

Adults aged 17 to 100 years currently undergoing orthodontic treatment with clear aligners and having permanent teeth may be eligible. Participants should have good oral and periodontal health and no enamel defects, cervical caries, periodontal disease, or pregnancy. Please review eligibility criteria for more details.

Is there any cost to participate in this dentin hypersensitivity clinical trial?

Study-related care, including the study treatments and all trial visits, is provided at no cost. However, personal travel and other expenses may vary and are not always covered. Participants should plan accordingly for any additional costs.

Actively Recruiting

Phase Not Applicable

Age: 17Years - 100Years

All Genders

Healthy Volunteers

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Study on Dental and Gum Health After Enamel Reduction in Clear Aligner Orthodontic Treatment and Comparing Laser Diode and Sodium Fluoride for Tooth Sensitivity Relief

Led by University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli · Updated on 2024-11-14

Participants Needed

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AI-Summary

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to evaluate dental and periodontal health after interproximal enamel reduction IPR in patients undergoing orthodontic treatment with clear aligners. It compares the effects of Laser diode treatment and sodium fluoride on dentin hypersensitivity, a common discomfort during orthodontic care. The study investigates whether these treatments reduce dentin hypersensitivity better than no treatment in this population. Participants are divided into three groups one receiving no treatment, one treated with Laser diode, and one receiving sodium fluoride gel. IPR is performed to reduce tooth size and manage crowding or tooth shape issues during orthodontic care. The study observes the impact of these treatments over a period of 3 to 4 months after IPR. During the study, dentin hypersensitivity and periodontal health are assessed before and after IPR at 1 week, 1 month, and 3 months using diagnostic tests like the Visual Analog Scale VAS. Researchers monitor changes in sensitivity and periodontal indices to measure treatment effects. The total participation involves regular evaluations to track dental health and sensitivity changes throughout the study period.

CONDITIONS

Brief Title

Evaluation of Dental and Periodontal Health After IPR in Patients in Orthodontic Treatment With Clear Aligners

Who Can Participate

Age: 17Years - 100Years

All Genders

Healthy Volunteers

Eligibility Criteria

You may qualify if you...

Currently undergoing orthodontic treatment with clear aligners requiring interproximal enamel reduction
Permanent teeth present
Good oral and periodontal health

You will not qualify if you...

Having enamel defects
Presence of cervical caries
Diagnosis of periodontal disease
History of trauma or craniofacial anomalies
Pregnancy

Your Study Journey

Screening

Duration - 2 to 4 weeks

Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.

1 visit (in-person)

Treatment

Duration - 3 to 4 months

Participants undergo interproximal enamel reduction (IPR) as part of their orthodontic treatment with clear aligners and are randomly assigned to receive either no treatment, laser diode treatment, or sodium fluoride gel treatment for dentin hypersensitivity.

Visits at baseline (before IPR), immediately after IPR, and at 1 week, 1 month, and 3 months post-IPR