The Effect of Fixed Dentures on Periodontal Tissues in Long-term.

N/AEnrolling By InvitationNCT07611461

Riga Stradins University75 enrolled

Overview

The goal of this observational study is to to evaluate the periodontal condition around metal-ceramic crown. The main question to be answered is: whether the metal-ceramic crown is the cause of gum changes? The study offers to involve patients who have received single metal-ceramic crown and have kept the same tooth intact on the other side of the mouth.The condition of the gums around the crown will be compared with the corresponding natural teeth on the oposite side of the mouth. Clinical parameters such as plaque accumulation, bleeding on probing, periodontal pocket depth and gingival recession will be evaluated. All procedures are part of routine dental examination. Participants: patients who have previously received treatment with metal-ceramic crowns and agree to undergo a gingival examination.

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Enrollment

Conditions

Gingival Health Metal Ceramic Restorations

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 20 YearsMax age: 75 Years

Medical Language ↔ Plain English

Inclusion Criteria: * Patients with a tooth-based metal-ceramic crown intended. * Patients with a good general state of health, i.e. do not suffer from chronic uncontrolled general illnesses (diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, oncological diseases). * Patients who have corresponding natural tooth on opposite side without a fixed dental prosthesis (crown, bridge). Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnancy. * With local inflammation and diseases of the oral mucosa.

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Outcomes

Primary Outcomes

Gingival Index Around Metal-Ceramic Crown and Contralateral Tooth

Records were made for the gingival condition of test tooth (metal-ceramic) and control tooth using the Silness \& Loe gingival index, scoring four sites (M, D, B, L) for each tooth. The mean value for each tooth was then calculated. Gingival index (GI) according to Silness \& Loe. Scores Description 0-Normal gingiva, 1-Mild inflammation: slight change in color, slight edema, no bleeding on probing, 2-Moderate inflammation: redness, edema, and glazing, or bleeding on probing, 3-Severe inflammation: marked redness and edema, tendency toward spontaneous bleeding.

Time frame: 8-10 Years

Secondary Outcomes

Gingival Pocket Depth Around Metal-Ceramic Crown and Contralateral Tooth

Gingival pocket depth measured in millimeters (mm) was assessed at 6 surfaces per tooth by inserting a dental probe between teeth and gumline and recording the distance from the gingival margin to the base of the pocket, with the deepest measurement considered.

Time frame: 8-10 Years

Gingival Recession Around Metal-Ceramic Crown and Contralateral Tooth

Gingival recession was measured as distance in millimeters (mm) from the cementoenamel junction to the gingival margin, with the greatest value recorded.

Time frame: 8-10 Years