CompletedNot Applicable

TECHNIQUES USED IN EVALUATION OF GINGIVAL PHENOTYPE

Turkey (Türkiye)50 participantsStarted 2021-04-25

Plain-language summary

This study evaluates the 4 different techniques used in clinical measurement of gingival phenotype. 1) Tranclusency of UNC-15 Periodontal Probe, 2) Transgingival probing with Endodontic file (#20), 3)Transgingival Probing with Modified Florida Probe and 4) Translucency Colorvue Biotype Probe. The aim of our study is to evaluate the reliability and applicability of the current examination methods recommended in order to improve the deficiencies of the traditional examination methods used in the evaluation of the gingival phenotype.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years – 40 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Systemically healthy individuals, * Periodontal healthy individuals with a whole mouth plaque score of 15% and a whole mouth bleeding score of less than 15%, * Individuals who have not undergone periodontal treatment (subgingival curettage, gingivectomy, crown lengthening, etc.) in the last 6 months, * Absence of dental compensations of skeletal malocclusion. Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals who smoke and have a history of smoking, * Individuals who have undergone orthodontic treatment, * Individuals using drugs that may cause gingival hyperplasia (immunosuppressive drugs, calcium channel blockers, anticonvulsant drugs, etc.) * Individuals who are in pregnancy or lactation period, * Presence of structural defects, crowns or large restorations in the maxillary anterior teeth to be measured, * The presence of missing or supernumerary teeth in the maxillary anterior teeth to be measured,

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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?

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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?

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What they're measuring

Feasibility and reliability of techniques

Timeframe: 1 day

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05478148

SponsorOndokuz Mayıs University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2022-03-30

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