The effect or LLLT (low level laser therapy) on repair of root resorption undergoing bilateral first pre-molar extraction.

Recruiting

• Conditions: Root resorption (related to orthodontic treatment); Tooth crowding; Oral and Gastrointestinal - Other diseases of the mouth, teeth, oesophagus, digestive system including liver and colon

• Registration Number: ACTRN12616000682448
• Lead Sponsor: Sydney University

Brief Summary

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Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2016-05-25
• Last Update Posted: 13 January 2020

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: Recruiting
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 20

Inclusion Criteria

*Need for bilateral maxillary first premolar extractions (necessitating moderate anchorage requirements) and fixed appliance treatment;
*Permanent Dentition;
*Apexification (root formation) completed;
*Similar degree of minimal crowding on each side of the maxillary arch;

Exclusion Criteria

*Treatment plan that does not require extraction of upper first premolars
* previous orthodontic or orthopaedic treatment;
*craniofacial anomaly present;
*previous reported or observed dental treatment of the maxillary canines;
*history of trauma, bruxism or parafunction;
*past and present signs and symptoms of periodontal disease;
*No significant medical history or medication that would adversely affect the development or structure of the teeth and jaws and any subsequent tooth movement.

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified

Primary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
evel of root resorption assessed qualitatively and quantitatively using micro-CT evaluation of the extracted teeth[6 weeks post commencement of laser therapy]

Secondary Outcome Measures

Name	Time	Method
one[None]