Pits and Fissures Sealant
Conditions
Brief summary
evaluation of the clinical and radiographic success of the glass ionomer sealant versus resin sealant in the pits and fissures sealing of the first permanent molars
Detailed description
GIC has a hydrophilic nature which makes it compatible with clinical situations when isolation may be difficult. It also sets rapidly, which can reduce sensitivity to moisture. Glass ionomers release fluoride, which promotes enamel remineralization and has an antimicrobial effect. Another benefit of using glass ionomers as sealants is that the tooth does not need to be etched to achieve chemical bonding to the tooth. Thus saving time which is critical in the case of young patients and patients with disabilities.
Interventions
glass ionomer-based sealant material
OTHERResin based sealant
resin-based sealant material
Sponsors
Cairo University
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
TRIPLE (Subject, Caregiver, Outcomes Assessor)
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
ALL
Age
6 Years to 9 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* • Children aged between 6 to 9 years * Children with deeply stained fissures of the first permanent molars. * First permanent molars are completely erupted * The patient's willingness to receive treatment
Exclusion criteria
* • Special child, a child with compromised systemic health. * First permanent molars covered by operculum. * Children with high salivary flow when isolation will be impossible
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Marginal discoloration | 6 months | Marginal discoloration will be measured with visual examination and recorded in Alfa: Lack of discoloration, Bravo: Margin discoloration, and Charlie: Discoloration under the sealant. |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| sealant retention | 6 months | Sealant retention will be measured with a mouth mirror and probe and recorded in total retention or partial loss or complete loss |
| Dental Caries | 6 months | The absence or presence of any signs of dental caries or periapical infection will be measured with a periapical X-ray |
Contacts
Primary ContactAbrar Hossam Ahmed, Masters student
Backup ContactYasmin Mohamed Yousry, Lecturer
Outcome results
None listed