Health Condition 1: K051- Chronic gingivitis
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Riboflavin photodynamic therapy: Riboflavin photodynamic therapy will be performed in experimental group at first visit (T0), after 1 month (T1), 2 months (T2), 3 months (T3), 4 months
Sponsors
Dr Javed Sodawala
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Patients who can follow specific brushing techniques as instructed by the researcher. Patients undergoing fixed orthodontic treatment from at least 6 months. Patients with Gingival index greater than or equal to 1.1, Plaque index greater than or equal to 1 and Bleeding on probing greater than or equal to 1. Patients without oral lesions. Patients who are willing to sign informed consent (self/parent/guardian).
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Individuals with special needs. Patient with adverse oral habits such as smoking, tobacco chewing, nail biting. Patients with systemic conditions like diabetes, immune system disorders, glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency or under drugs like anti-depressants- monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), antiseptic mouthwash, corticosteroid or immunosuppressant drugs which affects the gingiva. Patients with history of previous periodontal treatment, antibiotic or anti-inflammatory therapy received in the 3 months immediately prior to treatment or during treatment. Pregnant or lactating women.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1. Gingival Index 2. Plaque Index 3. Pocket Depth 4. Bleeding on ProbingTimepoint: At first visit (T0), after 1 month (T1), 3 months (T3) and 6 months (T6). | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1. Pain and Discomfort 2. Adverse Effects or Complications 3. Cost-Effectiveness 4. Clinical and demographic differencesTimepoint: At first visit (T0), after 1 month (T1), 3 months (T3) and 6 months (T6). | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Javed Sodawala
Sharad Pawar Dental College
Outcome results
None listed