Two Different Antibiotic Agents to Treat Generalized Aggressive Periodontitis (NCT02969928) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedPhase 2/3
Two Different Antibiotic Agents to Treat Generalized Aggressive Periodontitis
Brazil46 participantsStarted 2015-03
Plain-language summary
The aim of this study is to assess the clinical outcomes of full-mouth ultrasonic debridement combined with clarithromycin or amoxicillin + metronidazole association for the treatment of generalized aggressive periodontitis (GAgP).
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 35 Years
Sex
ALL
See this in plain English?
AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion criteria
. diagnosis of GAgP (AAP, 1999);
. presence of ≥20 teeth;
. presence of ≥ 6 sites presenting PD ≥ 5mm with bleeding on probing (BOP) and ≥2 sites with PD ≥7mm (including incisors and first molars, in addition to other two non-contiguous teeth);
. good general health;
. ≤ 35 years old; and
. agree to participate in the study and sign a written informed consent. All subjects will be individually informed about the objectives, probable risks and benefits of the protocol treatment (according to Resolution nº196 of October 1996 and to the Professional Code of Dental Ethics - 179/93).
Exclusion criteria
. pregnancy or lactating;
. suffer from any systemic disease (e.g. cardiovascular disorders, diabetes, blood dyscrasias, immunodeficiency, etc) which could alter the course of periodontal disease;
. took antimicrobials in the previous 6 months;
. taking long-term anti-inflammatory drugs;
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Change in Clinical Attachment Level (CAL)
Timeframe: Baseline, 3 and 6 months
Trial details
NCT IDNCT02969928
SponsorUniversidade Estadual Paulista Júlio de Mesquita Filho