Health Condition 1: K053- Chronic periodontitis
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Presence of Grade II furcation defects (Glickmanâ??s classification) in mandibular molars, with a radiolucency in the furcation area, with a probing depth (PD) >=5mm and horizontal PD >=3mm.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1.Patients with systemic illness known to affect the outcomes of periodontal therapy. 2.Patients on any medication taken within the last 6 months which may alter the periodontal status. 3.Individuals allergic to medications. 4.Pregnant or lactating women. 5.Chronic smokers and alcoholics
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1.Horizontal measurement of the furcation defect 2.Vertical probing depth 3.Radiographic defect depthTimepoint: Baseline 6 months 9 months | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Gingival index Plaque index Gingival marginal level Clinical attachment levelTimepoint: Baseline 6 months 9 months | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences