The Use of a Non-Incised Minimally Invasive Flap Procedure in Conjunction With Emdogain® MI Compared to Traditional SRCP

Description

This study is designed to evaluate the use of Emdogain® MI in a procedure where a significant portion of the lining of the sulcus is removed by curettage (similar to the traditional clinical procedure described as "gingival curettage") to the point of tissue mobility. This will be designated as a "non-incised minimally invasive flap access procedure". A videoscope will be utilized to assist with the requirement to adequately visualize and debride the root surface. This research project will define the approach used as a "non-incised minimally invasive flap access" approach and will be a modification of recognized minimally invasive techniques. This modification will be made by Dr. Harrel who first describe the minimally invasive periodontal approach and defined minimally invasive periodontal procedures in 1995.

Conditions

Periodontitis, Attachment Loss, Periodontal

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Study overview

This study is designed to evaluate the use of Emdogain® MI in a procedure where a significant portion of the lining of the sulcus is removed by curettage (similar to the traditional clinical procedure described as "gingival curettage") to the point of tissue mobility. This will be designated as a "non-incised minimally invasive flap access procedure". A videoscope will be utilized to assist with the requirement to adequately visualize and debride the root surface. This research project will define the approach used as a "non-incised minimally invasive flap access" approach and will be a modification of recognized minimally invasive techniques. This modification will be made by Dr. Harrel who first describe the minimally invasive periodontal approach and defined minimally invasive periodontal procedures in 1995.

The Use of a Non-Incised Minimally Invasive Flap Procedure in Conjunction With Emdogain® MI Compared to Traditional SRCP

The Use of a Non-Incised Minimally Invasive Flap Procedure in Conjunction With Emdogain® MI Compared to Traditional SRCP

Condition
Periodontitis
Intervention / Treatment

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Contacts and Locations

Dallas

Texas A&M School of Dentistry, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75246

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

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Eligibility Criteria

  • * Generalized gum disease with isolated pocket depths of 5 mm to less than 7 mm on bicuspid and cuspid teeth.
  • * At least 2 mm of attachment loss.
  • * Need to have two similar teeth meeting the criteria for isolated pockets on two other quadrants of the mouth.
  • * Need to be between 30 and 75 years of age.
  • * Be in good health.
  • * Smoke less than 10 cigarettes or equivalent per day.
  • * No antibiotics for the past 90 days.
  • * Not be taking medications that are known to inhibit or slow healing.
  • * You are pregnant.
  • * You are breast feeding.
  • * Received gum treatment in the last 6 months.
  • * Smoke more than ten cigarettes per day.
  • * You have any serious medical conditions.

Ages Eligible for Study

30 Years to 75 Years

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Collaborators and Investigators

Texas A&M University,

Study Record Dates

2025-07-31