Irrigation Techniques for Postoperative Pain

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Recruiting

Research Sponsored by Cleveland Dental Institute

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Males and females aged 20-50 with mandibular mature first molars with symptomatic acute pulpitis

Be between 18 and 65 years old

Must not have

Periodontal disease

Pulp necrosis or apical periodontitis

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up 6 hours, 12 hours, 24 hours,48 hours and 72 hour post-procedure.

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial aims to compare the levels of pain after root canal treatment using different irrigation techniques. The study will include 84 individuals undergoing the same procedure and will assess pain levels at specific time intervals using a

Who is the study for?

This trial is for at least 84 individuals experiencing pain who require root canal therapy. Participants should be suitable for the same endodontic procedure but cannot have conditions that would exclude them from using any of the irrigation methods being tested.

What is being tested?

The study compares four different techniques to manage pain after a root canal: traditional irrigation, ultrasonic, apical negative pressure, and a new method called iVac. Pain levels will be measured using a numerical scale at various times post-treatment.

What are the potential side effects?

While specific side effects are not detailed here, typical ones related to root canal treatments may include temporary discomfort or swelling in the treated area.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below

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I am between 20-50 years old with a painful tooth due to nerve inflammation.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:

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I have gum disease.

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I have a dead tooth or root infection.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ 6 hours, 12 hours, 24 hours,48 hours and 72 hour post-procedure.

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~6 hours, 12 hours, 24 hours,48 hours and 72 hour post-procedure.

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 6 hours, 12 hours, 24 hours,48 hours and 72 hour post-procedure. for reporting.