Impact of Subgingival Instrumentation on Jaw Symptoms of Probable Bruxers Among Patients With Periodontitis

Launched by POSTGRADUATE INSTITUTE OF DENTAL SCIENCES ROHTAK · May 21, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how gum disease, known as periodontitis, affects people who grind their teeth, a condition called bruxism. The study will investigate whether a specific dental treatment called subgingival instrumentation, which involves cleaning below the gum line, can help reduce jaw pain and discomfort in patients who have both periodontitis and bruxism.

To participate, individuals need to be healthy, aged between 30 and 40, and have at least 20 teeth. However, those with certain health issues, such as diabetes or specific psychological disorders, or those who are pregnant or breastfeeding, will not be eligible. Participants can expect to receive care for their gum disease and be monitored for any changes in their jaw symptoms during the study. This research aims to understand the relationship between these conditions better and potentially improve treatment options for affected patients.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Systemically healthy patients 2. Patient having habit of bruxism diagnosed with periodontitis 3. Age between 30-40 years 4. Minimum 20 teeth present in oral cavity
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. History of systemic disease such as diabetes or autoimmune disease
• • 2. History of drugs having the potential impact on periodontal status like phenytoin, cyclosporin, calcium-channel blockers or antidepressant drugs.
• • 3. Pregnant or lactating females.
• • 4. Post-menopausal women.
• • 5. Patients diagnosed with temporomandibular disorders- pain and tenderness in the masticatory muscles
• • 6. Patients receiving interventions for bruxism.
• • 7. History of Psychological disorders