Third Molar Clinical Trials: Pericoronitis Studies

Pericoronitis Clinical Trial

Official title: Pericoronitis; Oral and Systemic Inflammation

Status Completed

Clinical Trial Summary

The purpose of this research study is to find out if the infection around 3rd molars and the resulting inflammation around the gum also produces a general systemic inflammation.

Clinical Trial Description

Relate signs and symptoms of mild pericoronitis, an oral clinical condition characterized by intense inflammation and pain around a lower 3rd molar, to indicators of oral and systemic inflammation in patients seeking treatment for the condition. ;

Study Design

Observational Model: Case-Only, Time Perspective: Prospective

Related Conditions & MeSH terms

• Pericoronitis

• NCT number: NCT01882270
• Study type: Observational
• Source: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
• Status: Completed
• Phase: N/A
• Start date: January 2008
• Completion date: December 2013