NCT06554366NARecruiting
Bacterial Load Reduction by GentleWave and EdgePro Irrigation Systems in Mandibular Necrotic Molars
The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
Start Date
8/30/2024
Completion Date
4/30/2026
Summary
The purpose of this study is to compare the efficacy of GentleWave versus EdgePro irrigation in the disinfection of infected root canals of human permanent teeth with necrotic pulp.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Range: 18 years to No maximum
Inclusion Criteria:
* Permanent teeth that are diagnosed with pulp necrosis.
* elected to have a permanent tooth nonsurgical root canal treatment
* Signed informed consent.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Teeth with root fractures or previously root canal treated teeth.
* Teeth with severe loss of structure
* Teeth with vital pulps.
Interventions
DEVICE
GentleWave
DEVICE
EdgePro laser irrigation
DEVICE
Irrisafe passive ultrasonic irrigation
Conditions
Pulp Necroses
Locations
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Houston, Texas 77030
United States