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Filter by:Pulpitis is the pulpal inflammation in response to irritants which are either microbial, chemical, or physical (mechanical and thermal) in origin. Clinically, pulpitis is termed as reversible or irreversible, whereas histologically, it is described as acute, chronic or hyperplastic . Pulpitis is considered reversible when the pulp can heal following conservative management . For such cases, a coronal pulpotomy is considered as a definitive treatment option having 78% to 90% of success rate . In irreversible pulpitis (IP), the pulp is not capable of healing, thus it is treated traditionally complete pulpectomy.
The goal of this observational study is to investigate the ability of Periodontists, Clinicians with Expertise in Periodontics and General Dental Practitioners to diagnose periodontitis using the 2017 AAP / EFP World Workshop classification of periodontal diseases. The purpose of this study is to conduct a online survey in order to: 1. investigate Italian dentists' knowledge on the new classification of periodontal diseases. 2. evaluate the reliability of the diagnosis between different examiners in classifying periodontitis; 3. evaluate the accuracy of the use of grading in the diagnosis of periodontitis; 4. evaluate diagnostic accuracy of staging application in classifying periodontitis.
Apical lesions usually present clinically as a chronic infection, remaining as asymptomatic apical periodontitis(AAP). Because the balance among inflammation and bacteria is a dynamic process, AAP may undergo an acute exacerbation and become symptomatic, presenting as symptomatic apical periodontitis or acute abscess, or it may evolve from the acute to the chronic stage. Identification of specific biomarker could help in establishing more accurate diagnosis. Biological marker serves as a parameter that is indicative of underlying physiology and health of the tissue. It is measurable as well as quantifiable. The aim of this study: To assess the level of potential biomarkers in asymptomatic and symptomatic apical Periodontitis, and to determine the prediction potential of the same biomarkers for the outcome of endodontic treatment after 1year recall…
Periodontitis is a destructive disease that follows untreated gingivitis and is characterized by gingival inflammation, clinical attachment loss, alveolar bone loss and periodontal pocket formation, increased tooth mobility and tooth loss. Although the primary etiological factor is microbial dental plaque, the host response plays an important role in the transition from periodontal health to disease. Smoking is a major risk factor for periodontitis and affects the formation and severity of the disease and healing after periodontal treatment by changing the host response to plaque. Proinflammatory and antiinflammatory cytokines have an important role in the pathogenesis of periodontal disease. Among these cytokines, interleukin (IL)-1β, IL-10 and currently IL-39 have been associated with periodontal disease. Further studies with post-treatment longitudinal evaluation are needed to elucidate the functions of IL-39 and its possible role in the pathogenesis of periodontal diseases. In this study, it was aimed to investigate the effects of non-surgical periodontal treatment on salivary and gingival crevicular fluid (GCF) IL-39, IL-1β and IL-10 levels in smokers and non-smokers with Stage 3 Grade B periodontitis and periodontally healthy individuals, both smokers and non-smokers. To the best of our knowledge, there is no study investigating the effects of non-surgical periodontal treatment and smoking on IL-39. 50 individuals with periodontitis and 50 periodontally healthy individuals (total 100 individuals) will be included in our study, and these two groups will be divided into two sub-groups as smokers and non-smokers. Clinical measurements (Plaque index, probing depth, gingival recession, clinical attachment level, bleeding on probing), saliva and GCF samples will be taken from all individuals at the beginning of the study. Non-surgical periodontal treatment will be performed in individuals with periodontitis. Saliva and GCF samples will be collected before treatment. The clinical measurements, saliva and GCF collection will be repeated 12 weeks after the treatment. The saliva and GCF levels of IL-39, IL-1β and IL-10 will be analyzed by ELISA. Cotinine levels will be examined to evaluate the effects of smoking before and after treatment in periodontal health and periodontitis. With this study, we aimed to develop IL-39 diagnostic kits for the diagnosis of periodontal diseases, detection of disease activity, follow-up of response to treatment and healing.
Periodontal diseases are one of the most common inflammatory diseases. Periodontitis results from products and antigens of microorganisms, which stimulates the innate immune system and local inflammatory response; characterized by gingival inflammation, attachment loss, and alveolar bone destruction. Molecules that play a role in the pathogenesis of periodontal disease can be used as biomarkers in the early diagnosis of periodontitis, in determining the rate of periodontal destruction, and in evaluating the response to periodontal treatment. CTRPs (C1q/TNF-related proteins), which are adiponectin paralogs, are involved in inflammation, lipid, and glucose metabolism, as well as physiological and pathological processes like vasodilation. CTRP-1 is a glycoprotein belonging to the CTRP family that can be detected in serum in the presence of certain antibodies. Serum CTRP-1 levels increase in type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, coronary artery diseases, congestive heart failure, and atherosclerosis. Lipopolysaccharides found in Gram-negative bacteria cell walls stimulate the production of inflammatory cytokines such as tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α and interleukin (IL)-1 β, as well as indirectly increasing the production of CTRP-1. CTRP-1 is a therapeutic target in many inflammatory diseases, including periodontal diseases. However, there are no clinical studies on the role of CTRP-1 in the pathogenesis of periodontal disease. Based on these findings, the goal of our research is to examine the effects of periodontal disease on CTRP-1, IL-10, and TNF-α levels in serum and gingival crevicular fluid samples taken before and after periodontal treatment from periodontally healthy individuals and individuals with gingivitis and periodontitis, and also determine whether CTRP-1 is a potential biomarker that can be used in the diagnosis of periodontal disease. 25 patients with periodontitis, 25 with gingivitis and 25 healthy periodontals (total of 75 individuals) will be included in our study. At the beginning of the study, periodontal clinical measurements (gingival index, plaque index, probing depth, gingival recession, clinical attachment level, and bleeding on probing), serum and gingival crevicular fluid samples will be taken from all individuals. Non-surgical periodontal treatment will be applied in quadrant wise within 2 weeks to individuals with gingivitis and periodontitis. 12 weeks after treatment; the clinical measurements and the collection of serum and gingival crevicular fluid will be repeated. Biomarkers in serum and gingival crevicular fluid samples will be examined by ELISA.
Aim of this prospective study is to compare magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) to diagnose furcation involvement (FI) in molars in patients with periodontitis. The focus is on the differentiation of grad II and III according to Hamp et al. 1975. 140 molars (70 upper and 70 lower) will be investigated with CBCT and MRI. Due to the absence of ionic radiation MRI might be a radiation free diagnostic tool to assess FI in the future without harmful radiation for the patient. Patients of the Dental Clinic, Medical University of Vienna, who need a CBCT and have a clinically diagnosed FI can be a participant of this clinical trial and do in addition to their CBCT a MRI. The accuracy of MRI will be compared to the diagnostic gold standard CBCT. If patients need additional periodontal treatment, e.g., periodontal surgery, a subgroup will also be analysed with intraoperative measurements.
Periodontitis can lead to tooth loss which may impair chewing ability and aesthetics. In addition, periodontitis can give rise to halitosis. Standard initial periodontal treatment consists of supra and subgingival biofilm reduction and removal of calculus. Recently, the European Federation of Periodontology introduced clinical practice guidelines for the treatment of periodontitis. The use of a tongue scraper is not mentioned as element in the standard initial treatment of periodontitis. We have planned a clinical study in order to provide information about the effect of standard initial periodontal therapy and the additional effect of the use of a tongue scraper as part of the oral hygiene instructions on halitosis parameters in periodontitis patients.
Study aimed at assessing the clinical and radiographic success of pulp regeneration using injectable platelet-rich fibrin in mature permanent molars with apical periodontitis versus root canal treatment using Gutta Percha (GP) obturation.
The goal of this clinical trial is to assess the safety and effectiveness of adjunctive Emdogain® therapy in non-surgical periodontal treatment for patients with stage 3 and 4 periodontitis. The main questions it aims to answer are: - Will adjunctive treatment with Emdogain® result in a greater reduction in Bleeding on Probing and probing pocket depth compared to non-surgical periodontal treatment alone? • Will adjunctive treatment with Emdogain® lead to a greater mean Radiographic attachment level (rAL) gain per quadrant compared to non-surgical periodontal treatment alone? - Will adjunctive treatment with Emdogain® result in a lower proportion of treated teeth requiring surgery (PPD ≥6mm) at 12 months after treatment? Participants in the study will undergo the following tasks: - Screening and randomization - Receival of non-surgical periodontal treatment in all quadrants and in two quadrants adjunctive Emdogain® - 6-month follow-up assessment - 12-month follow-up assessment Clinical and radiological assesment will be performed in two quadrants treated with adjunctive Emdogain® therapy and two quadrants treated with non-surgical periodontal treatment alone. This comparison will help determine the effects of adjunctive therapy with Emdogain®. The study aims to provide insights into the safety and efficacy of adjunctive Emdogain® therapy in non-surgical periodontal treatment, specifically in patients with stage 3 and 4 periodontitis.
The goal of this randomized clinical trial is to test the effect orally administration of Probiotics based on Lactobacillus rhamnosus LR04 and Lactobacillus plantarum LP14 as adjuvant in people suffering from periodontitis stage II-III. The main questions it aims to answer are: - QUESTION 1: orally administered probiotics based on the previous strains could represent a useful tool in support of non-surgical periodontal therapy in reducing clinical periodontal indexes? - QUESTION 2: orally administered probiotics based on the previous strains could represent a useful tool in support of non-surgical periodontal therapy in reduce the amount of periodontal pathogens in periodontal pockets? Partecipants in the test group will take the test probiotic for 90 days in adjunction of the routinary oral hygiene procedures. Partecipants in the positive controlled group will take the placebo for 90 days in adjunction of the routinary oral hygiene procedures. Partecipants in the negative control group will perform only the routinary oral hygiene procedures. Researchers will compare 3 groups to see if orally administered probiotics based on L. rhamnosus and L. plantarum may hel in the reduction of periodontal indexes and of the periodontal pathogen bacteria.