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Photobiomodulation and New Restorative Material for Teeth With MIH on Control of Hypersensitivity and Longevity

Not Applicable
Not yet recruiting
Conditions
Hypomineralization Molar Incisor
Hypersensitivity Dentin
Interventions
Procedure: Photobiomodulation + Restoration with Photopolymerizable Bulk-fill Composite Resin
Procedure: Restoration with Self-cure Composite Resin
Procedure: Photobiomodulation + Restoration with Self-cure Composite Resin
Registration Number
NCT06538142
Lead Sponsor
University of Nove de Julho
Brief Summary

Introduction: Molar incisor hypomineralization (MIH) is a qualitative defect of enamel development that occurs in the mineralization phase. MIH affects one or more permanent molars and, occasionally, permanent incisors.

Objective: The aim of the proposed study is to determine whether photobiomodulation combined with a new self-cure resin improves hypersensitivity in molars with MIH and caries (primary outcome). Secondary outcomes include assessing the clinical performance of the self-cure composite resin in terms of restoration longevity and comparing the effectiveness of three interventions-photobiomodulation combined with self-cure resin, self-cure resin alone, and photobiomodulation combined with bulkfill photopolymerizable resin-in controlling hypersensitivity over time.

Methods and analysis: Permanent molars with MIH in patients eight to 12 years of age will be allocated to three groups. Group 1: photobiomodulation + self-cure composite resin restoration; Group 2: self-cure composite resin restoration; Group 3: photobiomodulation + restoration in bulk-fill photopolymerizable composite resin. Photobiomodulation will be performed in a single session involving low-level laser administered to four different points. The laser will be used at a wavelength of 808 nm, power of 100 mW and energy of 1 J per points; irradiance will be 3571 mW/cm², with a total radiant exposure of 35.7 J/cm². Data normality will be checked using the Shapiro-Wilk test, and variance homogeneity will be assessed with the Levene test. Descriptive statistics will be used to present the data, with continuous variables expressed as mean and standard deviation, and categorical variables by relative frequency. To compare the VAS and SCASS scales, repeated measures ANOVA will be employed, considering the 3 groups and 5 time points. Bonferroni adjustment will be applied for post-hoc comparisons. Sphericity will be tested with Mauchly's test, and if violated, Greenhouse-Geisser correction will be applied. A significance level of 0.05 will be adopted. Ethics and dissemination: This protocol received approval from the Human Research Ethics Committee of Nove de Julho University (certificate number: xxxxxxx). The legal guardians of the children will agree to participation by signing a statement of informed consent. The results will be published in a peer-review journal and the data will be made available upon request.

Detailed Description

Not available

Recruitment & Eligibility

Status
NOT_YET_RECRUITING
Sex
All
Target Recruitment
100
Inclusion Criteria
  • Male and female children;
  • Eight to 12 years of age;
  • At least one permanent first molar with MIH (codes 5 and 6 of molar-incisor hypomineralization severity scoring system [MIH-SSS])
  • Presence of hypersensitivity
  • Direct viewing and access.
Exclusion Criteria
  • Clinically: signs or symptoms of pulp involvement;
  • Radiographically: evidence of pulp involvement (initial periapical radiograph);
  • Teeth with MIH with no indication for direct restorative treatment (multiple surfaces associated with large extensions);
  • Partially erupted teeth;
  • Previous restorative treatment.

Study & Design

Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Study Design
PARALLEL
Arm && Interventions
GroupInterventionDescription
Photobiomodulation + Restoration with Photopolymerizable Bulk-fill Composite ResinPhotobiomodulation + Restoration with Photopolymerizable Bulk-fill Composite ResinThe participants will receive photobiomodulation + restoration in bulk-fill photopolymerizable composite resin restoration.
Restoration with Self-cure Composite ResinRestoration with Self-cure Composite ResinThe participants will receive self-cure composite resin restoration.
Photobiomodulation + Restoration with self-cure composite resinPhotobiomodulation + Restoration with Self-cure Composite ResinThe participants will receive photobiomodulation + self-cure composite resin restoration.
Primary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Hypersensitivity AssessmentPrior to the procedure, 48 hours after restorative treatment and at four-month intervals for the 12-month follow-up period.

The Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) will be used for the subjective assessment of hypersensitivity on the part of the volunteer and the Schiff Cold Air Sensitivity Scale (SCASS) will be used for the assessment of the operator and examiner. Following isolation of the neighboring teeth with gauze, compressed air will be applied to the tooth with MIH for three seconds. The SCASS is scored as follows: 0 (no reaction); 1 (no reaction, but patient reports discomfort); 2 (patient reacts and moves away from stimulus); and 3 (patient reacts and asks operator to stop).

Secondary Outcome Measures
NameTimeMethod
Clinical AssessmentClinical follow up after 48 hours and at four-month intervals for a period of 12 months

The criteria will be the retention of the restorative material in the cavity, rupture of the enamel adjacent to the restoration and the occurrence of secondary caries. The criteria of the modified USPHS index will be used for the assessment. The restoration will be characterized as a failure and the tooth will be excluded from the study if the C score is determined for any of the USPHS criteria. Photographs of the restorations will be taken using a digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera (Canon EOS 700D; Canon, Tokyo, Honshu, Japan) to complement the clinical data. The visual demonstration will contribute to any necessary clarifications and make the discussion and documentation of the cases more efficient.

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