The purpose of this research study is to test the effectiveness of two different crowns/caps on teeth for restoration of primary molar teeth. The two different materials of crowns are resin polymer and stainless steel crowns. These crowns are placed on the teeth to restore function and prevent further caries and infection.
There is a lack of literary evidence for assessment of the properties of Bioflx crowns and their effect on clinical outcomes and parental satisfaction compared to traditionally available options including stainless steel crowns and zirconia crowns. Hence, this study plans to assess the clinical performance and child and parental satisfaction of Bioflx compared to the "gold standard" stainless steel crowns in pediatric patients.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NA
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
28
Resin polymer (NuSmile Bioflx)crown
Stainless steel crown
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia, United States
The success of Bioflx crown in primary molars in comparisons with stainless steel molars through clinical assessments
The clinical outcomes will be measured and reported in the data table based on the number of participants scored on 3-point Likert scale (Ideal, Acceptable, or Not Acceptable) for the following parameters separately: Contour of crown, gingival health, staining of crown, surface roughness of crown, opposing tooth, color match of crown, marginal fit, marginal discoloration, recurrent caries.
Time frame: 3, 6, 12, 18, 24 and 36 months
The success of Bioflx crown in primary molars in comparisons with stainless steel molars through radiographic assessments
The radiographic outcomes will be measured and reported in the data table based on the number of participants scored on either presence or absence (yes / no) of the findings for the following parameter separately: Widening of periodontal ligament space, furcation radiolucency, periapical pathology, alveolar crestal bone loss, internal root resorption and external root resorption.
Time frame: 3, 6, 12, 18, 24 and 36 months
Parental satisfaction
The questionnaire is a Likert scale of 1-5. 1 equals very dissatisfied. 5 equals very satisfied. The higher the score, the better.
Time frame: 3, 12, 24 and 36 months
Child satisfaction
The questionnaire is a Likert scale of 1-5. 1 equals very dissatisfied. 5 equals very satisfied. The higher the score, the better.
Time frame: 3, 12, 24 and 36 months
ECOHIS (Early Childhood Oral Health Impact Scale) survey
The questionnaire is a Likert scale of 1-5. 1 equals never. 5 equals very often. The lower the score, the better.
Time frame: Pre-operative, 6, 12, 24 and 36 months
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