NCT06819033PHASE4Recruiting
Effects of Photobiomodulation (PBM) on Pain After Presentation of Aphthous Ulcers in Pediatric Dental Patients
The University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston
Start Date
3/10/2025
Completion Date
2/28/2026
Summary
The purpose of this study is to compare the efficacy of laser photobiomodulation and "Magic Mouthwash" for treatment of pain in pediatric patients with aphthous ulcers , to assess how photobiomodulation influences the rate of healing of aphthous ulcers in pediatric patients and to measure changes in pain levels reported by pediatric patients undergoing photobiomodulation treatment for aphthous ulcers.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Range: 5 years to 17 years
Inclusion Criteria:
* Patient/guardian speaks either English or Spanish
* Patient presenting with one or more aphthous ulcers in their mouth, identified during a scheduled dental appointment
* No previous PBM treatment to the presenting aphthous ulcer(s)
* Guardian able to partake in a follow-up phone call in either the English or Spanish language
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patient presents with aphthous ulcers recently treated with PBM
* Patient presents with herpes labialis (cold sores)
* Patients presents with systemic disease that affects soft tissue/mucous healing
Interventions
DEVICE
PBM Therapy
DRUG
Maalox plus Benadryl
Conditions
Aphthous Ulcer
Locations
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
Houston, Texas 77030
United States