Clinical Research Directory

The Efficacy of Tooth Mouse, SFD and NaF in Caries Activity in Root Caries. A Randomized Clinical Trial

The aim of this study is to summarize the current level of evidence on the prevalence of root caries in elderly population, evaluate the prevalence of root caries in elderly patients living in Canton Bern, Switzerland and to analyze the association between the data collected with demographic and relevant socioeconomic factors, provide relevant long-term clinical, radiographic and oral health related outcomes and to establish a pivotal reference in treatment of elderly patients by means of non-operative root caries treatment.

Root Caries Prevention Using Fluoride Varnish Fortified With SBGC

The goal of this 36-month double-blind randomized controlled trial is to compare the effects of 5% sodium fluoride varnish (22,600 ppm fluoride) with or without Strontium-doped bioactive glass (SBGC) on root caries development in community-dwelling older adults.

Silver Diamine Fluoride Application on Root Caries Fillings

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn the influence of prior silver diamine fluoride (SDF) application on root caries fillings. The main questions to answer 1. Compare the success of fillings placed in dental root decay that have prior SDF application and those without prior SDF application; 2. Compare patient-based subjective evaluations on the two approaches mentioned above in treating root caries. Participants will be allocated into two group 1. prior SDF application before receiving root caries fillings 2. directly receiving root caries fillings without any SDF application

Prevention and Arrest of Root Caries Lesions with High Fluoride Concentration Mouthwash Versus Normal Fluoride Concentration Mouthwash in Elderly Patients

The study evaluats the effectiveness of regular fluoride 220 ppm F with erythritol and high fluoride 500 ppm F with erythritol mouthwashes against a placebo (regular fluoride 220 ppm F mouthwash) in the prevention of new root caries lesions.

Root Caries Excavation with Air Water/powder Prophylaxis Device for ART Restorations

The main objective of this RCT is to compare the efficacy of a powder/water jet prophylaxis device and conventional hand excavation in excavating root surface caries, with regard to restoration survival/success in older adults. The secondary outcome of this RCT is to assess the participants' treatment preferences for the received treatment with regard to the procedures involved and in the invasiveness of the procedures carried out during the ART restoration.

Egyptian Dentists Knowledge Regarding the Diagnosis and Management of Root Caries

This is a cross-sectional study that aims to assess the knowledge of a sample of Egyptian dental practitioners regarding the diagnosis and management of root caries Dental caries is a major problem for adults in both developing and industrialized countries. As individuals get older, the prevalence of caries tends to increase.In recent decades, life expectancy has been steadily increasing. A report published by the United Nations in 2020 states that the global population of people aged 65 and over is currently 703 million, and it is expected to double in thirty years.However, this increase in life expectancy has led to an increase in health issues among the elderly, including the risk of developing root caries lesions. Root caries develop when the root surface is exposed to the oral cavity due to loss of alveolar bone height and subsequent gingival recession, leading to the softening of the tooth structure. This lesion presents a complex challenge for dental practitioners. Surgical intervention is difficult due to moisture contamination and the lesions proximity to the pulp chamber. Accurately assessing the risk and implementing appropriate preventive strategies can reduce the need for complex restorative treatments and associated dental problems