CLINICAL COMPARISON OF DIFFERENT GLASS IONOMER-BASED RESTORATIVES AND A BULK-FILL RESIN COMPOSITE… (NCT05559333) | Clinical Trial Compass
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CLINICAL COMPARISON OF DIFFERENT GLASS IONOMER-BASED RESTORATIVES AND A BULK-FILL RESIN COMPOSITE IN CLASS I CAVITIES: A 48-MONTH RANDOMIZED SPLIT-MOUTH CONTROLLED TRIAL
Turkey (Türkiye)30 participantsStarted 2017-04-12
Plain-language summary
The aim of this study is to compare the clinical performances of high-viscosity glass ionomer (GI), glass carbomer (GC), zirconia-reinforced GI (ZIR), and bulk-fill (BF) composite resin restorations.For this purpose, two calibrated operators placed 128 restorations in 30 patients with a mean age of 21 years. The restorations will be evaluated by one examiner at baseline and at 6, 12, 18,24, and 48 months using the modified US Public Health Service criteria. The data will statistically analyzed.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* patients presenting 1) at least four single-surface occlusal caries on their posterior molar teeth (first and/or second molars); 2) teeth to be restored had to be vital and without pulpal or periodontal disease, pain, and preoperative sensitivity; 3) teeth should be in occlusion; and 4) must agree to come to follow-up appointments.
Exclusion Criteria:
* patients with 1) poor oral hygiene, serious health problems, and/or heavy bruxism; 2) partly erupted teeth; 3) absence of adjacent and antagonist teeth; 4) teeth with interproximal caries; and 5) inability to attend recalls.
Questions worth asking your doctor
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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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Questions for the trial coordinator
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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
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Retention Alpha for at least 90% of the restorations