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GentleWave vs EdgePro for Infected Root Canals

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Recruiting
Led By David Jaramillo, DDS
Research Sponsored by The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Permanent teeth that are diagnosed with pulp necrosis
Selected to have a permanent tooth nonsurgical root canal treatment
Must not have
Teeth with severe loss of structure
Teeth with vital pulps.
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up up to 5 years
Awards & highlights
No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial aims to compare two different methods, GentleWave and EdgePro irrigation, to see which one is better at cleaning infected root canals in human teeth with dead pulp.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for individuals with dead tooth pulp in their permanent teeth, which often leads to infection. Participants should have this condition in at least one lower molar.
What is being tested?
The study aims to compare the effectiveness of two different cleaning systems, GentleWave and EdgePro laser irrigation, used during root canal treatments on infected molars with dead pulp tissue.
What are the potential side effects?
While specific side effects are not listed, typical risks may include discomfort or pain during or after the procedure, temporary swelling or bleeding, and a chance of infection.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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I have a dead nerve in one or more of my permanent teeth.
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I am chosen for a root canal treatment on a permanent tooth without surgery.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:
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I have severe tooth damage.
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My teeth are healthy and alive.
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I have teeth with root fractures or have had a root canal.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~up to 5 years
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and up to 5 years for reporting.

Treatment Details

Awards & Highlights

No Placebo-Only Group
All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.

Trial Design

3Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: GentleWaveExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group II: EdgeProExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Group III: Irrisafe passive ultrasonic irrigationActive Control1 Intervention

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Who is running the clinical trial?

The University of Texas Health Science Center, HoustonLead Sponsor
957 Previous Clinical Trials
347,830 Total Patients Enrolled
David Jaramillo, DDSPrincipal InvestigatorThe University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
~17 spots leftby May 2025
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