Antibacterial Efficacy and Outcomes of Root Canal Irrigation Methods
NCT ID: NCT06959602
Last Updated: 2025-06-03
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Basic Information
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ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION
NA
66 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
2025-04-01
2025-10-31
Brief Summary
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Detailed Description
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The study focuses on the reduction of total bacterial load and specific pathogenic bacterial species (Pseudoramibacter alactolyticus, Treponema denticola, Streptococcus anginosus, and Porphyromonas endodontalis ) assessed through highly sensitive quantitative Real-Time PCR analysis of samples collected at different treatment stages. Sampling procedures ensure strict aseptic conditions and standardized protocols for DNA extraction and analysis.
All participants will undergo a standardized endodontic treatment protocol by a single operator to minimize variability. Follow-up includes clinical and radiographic examinations at 6 and 12 months, with healing assessed through the Periapical Index (PAI) and presence or absence of clinical symptoms.
This trial aims to provide new clinical evidence regarding the added value of supplementary irrigation techniques, comparing their ability to reduce bacterial burden and influence long-term treatment success.
Conditions
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Study Design
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RANDOMIZED
PARALLEL
TREATMENT
SINGLE
Study Groups
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Final Irrigation with 2.5% Sodium Hypochlorite
Root canals will be irrigated with 2.5% sodium hypochlorite as the final irrigation without activation.
Final Irrigation with 2.5% Sodium Hypochlorite
After supragingival scaling and removal of caries or defective restorations, the tooth will be isolated and disinfected with 3% H202 and 2.5% NaOCl. Access preparation will be done using a sterile high-speed bur under sterile saline irrigation, followed by re-disinfection. NaOCl will be neutralized with 5% sodium thiosulphate, and sterility will be confirmed via paper point sampling. Only teeth with negative sterility samples will proceed. Sample S1 will be collected after saline irrigation and mild instrumentation with a sterile K-file #15, using an apex locator. Paper points will absorb canal fluid and be frozen in Tris-EDTA buffer at -20°C. Complete chemomechanical preparation will follow, with irrigation after each instrument change. Cervical and mid-thirds will be enlarged with Gates-Glidden burs and the apical third with NiTi RaCe files (40/04). Sample S2 will be taken after preparation. Group A will receive final irrigation with 2.5% NaOCl before collection of sample S3.
Passive Ultrasonic Irrigation with NaOCl
Root canals will be irrigated with 2.5% sodium hypochlorite activated by Passive Ultrasonic Irrigation (PUI).
Passive Ultrasonic Irrigation (PUI) with Sodium Hypochlorite
Activation of 2.5% sodium hypochlorite solution inside the root canal system using Passive Ultrasonic Irrigation (PUI) after chemomechanical preparation. Group B, sample (S3).
XP-Endo Finisher activation with NaOCl
Root canals will be irrigated with 2.5% sodium hypochlorite followed by mechanical activation using the XP-Endo Finisher file.
XP-Endo Finisher Activation with Sodium Hypochlorite
Mechanical activation of 2.5% sodium hypochlorite solution using the XP-Endo Finisher instrument following chemomechanical preparation.Group C, sample (S3).
Interventions
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Final Irrigation with 2.5% Sodium Hypochlorite
After supragingival scaling and removal of caries or defective restorations, the tooth will be isolated and disinfected with 3% H202 and 2.5% NaOCl. Access preparation will be done using a sterile high-speed bur under sterile saline irrigation, followed by re-disinfection. NaOCl will be neutralized with 5% sodium thiosulphate, and sterility will be confirmed via paper point sampling. Only teeth with negative sterility samples will proceed. Sample S1 will be collected after saline irrigation and mild instrumentation with a sterile K-file #15, using an apex locator. Paper points will absorb canal fluid and be frozen in Tris-EDTA buffer at -20°C. Complete chemomechanical preparation will follow, with irrigation after each instrument change. Cervical and mid-thirds will be enlarged with Gates-Glidden burs and the apical third with NiTi RaCe files (40/04). Sample S2 will be taken after preparation. Group A will receive final irrigation with 2.5% NaOCl before collection of sample S3.
Passive Ultrasonic Irrigation (PUI) with Sodium Hypochlorite
Activation of 2.5% sodium hypochlorite solution inside the root canal system using Passive Ultrasonic Irrigation (PUI) after chemomechanical preparation. Group B, sample (S3).
XP-Endo Finisher Activation with Sodium Hypochlorite
Mechanical activation of 2.5% sodium hypochlorite solution using the XP-Endo Finisher instrument following chemomechanical preparation.Group C, sample (S3).
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Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria
* Single-rooted teeth with pulp necrosis confirmed by pulp sensibility tests, negative response to both cold and electric pulp testing and radiographic evidence of apical periodontitis.
* Teeth with relatively straight canals, complete root development and no radiographic evidence of pulp canal obliteration.
Exclusion Criteria
* Teeth with previous endodontic treatment.
* Teeth with cracks or incomplete vertical root fracture which disturbs the integrity of the pulp chamber walls or teeth with the pulp chamber exposed to oral environment.
* Teeth with periodontal pocket more than 4mm.
18 Years
80 Years
ALL
No
Sponsors
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National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
OTHER
Responsible Party
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Giorgos Tzanetakis
Associate Professor
Principal Investigators
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Giorge Tzanetakis, Dr (PhD)
Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
Locations
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National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
Athens, , Greece
Countries
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References
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Document Type: Study Protocol and Statistical Analysis Plan
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Other Identifiers
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Giorge Tzanetakis
Identifier Type: OTHER
Identifier Source: secondary_id
691/18.02.2025
Identifier Type: -
Identifier Source: org_study_id
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