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Comparison of two dental treatments for reducing tooth looseness, detecting tooth decay, and improving gum health among patients suffering with mobile teeth

A comparative evaluation of periodontal splints versus occlusal appliance therapy on mobility scores, caries detection and periodontal outcomes: A randomized controlled clinical trial - NIL

Status
Active, not recruiting
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Interventional
Source
CTRI
Registry ID
CTRI/2026/01/100734
Enrollment
20
Registered
2026-01-09
Start date
Unknown
Completion date
Unknown
Last updated
2026-02-02

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Sourced from public registries and may not reflect the latest updates. Terms

Conditions

Health Condition 1: K053- Chronic periodontitis

Interventions

Intervention1: Occlusal splint: Impressions of both arches will be taken diagnostic casts will be made maximum intercuspation articulation will be done occlusal splint will be fabricated and will be d
stainless steel wire will be adapted onto the tooth surfaces, and composite will be placed and cured. It will be used for 6 months. Control Intervention1: Periodontal Splint: Etching of mobile teeth a
stainless steel wire will be adapted onto the tooth surfaces, and composite will be placed and cured. It will be used for 6 months.

Sponsors

Dr T Jaya Sree
Lead Sponsor

Eligibility

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: 1 Patient age group between 18 to 55 years 2 Mild to moderate periodontitis 3 Anterior teeth with grade II mobility 4 Patients with Trauma from occlusion

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: 1 Patients with grade I and III mobility 2 Millers class 3 and 4 gingival recessions 3 Patients with malaligned teeth 4 Patients with uncontrolled systemic diseases 5 Patients with infectious diseases 6 Patients with TMJ disorders 7 Use of medications affecting periodontal status 8 Pregnant or lactating women 9 Smokers

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frame
Mobility Caries detection (Diagnodent) Timepoint: Baseline, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months

Secondary

MeasureTime frame
Pocket probing depth Clinical attachment level Plaque scores Patient compliance Timepoint: Baseline 1 month 3 months 6 months

Countries

India

Contacts

Public ContactDr Gautami S Penmetsa

Vishnu Dental College

gautamipenmetsa@gmail.com9951011618

Outcome results

None listed

Source: CTRI (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Feb 7, 2026