Photodynamic Therapy in Patients With Gingivitis

October 8, 2023 updated by: Anna Carolina Ratto Tempestini Horliana, University of Nove de Julho

Efficacy of Photodynamic Therapy and Scraping in Patients With Gingivitis Predisposed by Fixed Orthodontic Appliances: Randomized, Controlled, Double-blind, Split-mouth Study

The hypothesis to be tested in this study is whether photodynamic therapy (PDT) could favor the decontamination of these areas, as the photosensitizer and light are capable of reaching areas that these instruments have difficulty accessing. In other words, the objective of this study is to evaluate the impact of PDT as an adjuvant treatment to scaling, considering clinical immunoregulatory in patients with gingivitis with the predisposing factor of the use of a fixed orthodontic appliance. A randomized, controlled, double-blind, split-mouth clinical study will include 17 patients. Patients will have their mouth divided into two groups: Control group (n = 17) - Scaling and Root Planing (SRP) + PDT placebo and Experimental group (n = 17) - SRP + PDT. In G2 will be used methylene blue 0.005%, λ = 660nm, 9J (joule) per inflamed site, irradiance = 3.5W / cm (watts/centimeter), radiant exposure = 318J / cm2. In G1 and G2 the scaling will be performed with the aid of the ultrasound. All participants will receive oral hygiene guidance (OHG) after to the end of the study. The clinical periodontal data to be analyzed: plaque index (PI), gingival index (GI) and probing depth (PD) and clinical level of insertion (CLI) by means of a periodontal probe. Crevicular fluid will be collected (from 8 pre-determined sites) for analysis of the IL-6 (interleukin), IL-1β, IL-8, TNF-α (tumor necrosis factor) and IL-10 cytokines, using the ELISA method.

Study Overview

Status

Completed

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

Detailed Description

It is known that the presence of orthodontic brackets predisposes for a change in both the quantity and quality of the biofilm, due to the challenge of brushing adequately. The sites are difficult to access with a toothbrush and periodontal curette, worsening inflammation. In addition, gingival growth is frequently associated with poor hygiene. The hypothesis to be tested in this study is whether photodynamic therapy (PDT) could favor the decontamination of these areas, as the photosensitizer and light are capable of reaching areas that these instruments have difficulty accessing. In other words, the objective of this study is to evaluate the impact of PDT as an adjuvant treatment to scaling, considering clinical and immunoregulatory parameters in patients with gingivitis with the predisposing factor of the use of a fixed orthodontic appliance. A randomized, controlled, double-blind, split-mouth clinical study will include 17 patients, both genders, having used the fixed appliance for more than 12 months, with gingivitis present. Patients will have their mouth divided into two groups: Control group (n = 17) - Scaling and Root Planing (SRP) + PDT placebo and Experimental group (n = 17) - SRP + PDT. In G2 methylene blue 0.005%, λ = 660nm, 9J (joule) per inflamed site, irradiance = 3.5W/ cm, radiant exposure = 318J/ cm2. In G1 and G2 the scaling will be performed with the aid of the ultrasound. All participants will receive oral hygiene guidance (OHG) after to the end of the study. The clinical periodontal data to be analyzed: plaque index (PI), gingival index (GI) and probing depth (PD) and clinical level of insertion (CLI) by means of a periodontal probe. Crevicular fluid will be collected (from 8 pre-determined sites) for analysis of the IL-6, IL-1β, IL-8, TNF-α and IL-10 cyttokines, using the ELISA method. All analysis will be realized using the baseline (T0) and (T1) 30 days after treatment. If sample distribution is normal, the Student T-test will be used to compare the measurement of continuous and dependent variables. If it is not normal, the Mann-Whitney test will be used. The data will be presented in terms of ± PD and the value of p will be defined as 0.05.

Study Type

Interventional

Enrollment (Actual)

20

Phase

  • Not Applicable

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Contact

  • Name: Anna Carolina RT Horliana, phd
  • Phone Number: 5513981999848 5513981999848
  • Email: annacrth@gmail.com

Study Contact Backup

Study Locations

  • Brazil
    • SP
      • São Paulo, SP, Brazil, 11030-480
        • Anna Carolina R.T. Horliana

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.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

10 years to 30 years (Child, Adult)

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • healthy participants (negative medical history),
  • of both genders,
  • aged 10 to 30 years,
  • with gingivitis induced by dental biofilm,
  • predisposed by the use of a fixed orthodontic appliance, according to the classification of 2018

Exclusion Criteria:

  • participants with maxillary and mandibular deformities,
  • periodontitis,
  • oral lesions and who have used antibiotics for less than 3 months,
  • those who have used non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and continuous corticosteroid therapy for less than 3 months,
  • who have been using mouthwash in the past 3 months.
  • Participants who have modifying factors for periodontal disease, such as diabetics, immunosuppressive smokers (cyclosporine), anticonvulsants (phenytoin), calcium channel blockers (nifedipine) and pregnant and lactating women as well as those who are HIV positive, or have Hepatitis B or C. - Patients who require prophylactic antibiotic therapy for periodontal treatment - who have had periodontal treatment in the last 6 months.
  • Patients who have non-biofilm-induced gum disease.
  • Patients who for some reason during the study have to initiate the use of the medicines and mouthwashes mentioned above or acquire a disease that is a modifying factor for periodontal disease or become pregnant.
  • Patients who do not wish to remain part of the study may drop out whenever they wish.

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

  • Primary Purpose: Treatment
  • Allocation: Randomized
  • Interventional Model: Parallel Assignment
  • Masking: Double

Arms and Interventions

Participant Group / Arm
Intervention / Treatment
Placebo Comparator: scaling and root planing (SRP) + PDT placebo

17 patients will receive periodontal treatment (scaling and root planing - SRP) with the ultrasound. The SRP will be done in one session. SRP will be performed by only one experienced researcher. Periodontal reassessment will be performed after 30 days.

The PDT placebo wil be done using an agent with the same vehicle as that of the methylene blue to mimic irrigation with the photosensitizer; the laser will be switched off at the time of application.
Procedure: scaling and root planing (SRP) + PDT placebo
Patientes will receive periodontal treatment (scaling and root planing - SRP) with the ultrasound. The SRP will be done in one session. The PDT placebo wil be done using an agent with the same vehicle as that of the methylene blue to mimic irrigation with the photosensitizer; the laser will be switched off at the time of application.
Experimental: scaling and root planing (SRP) + PDT

17 patients will receive the same scaling and root planing treatment that placebo group.

However the PDT will be done only on one side of the mouth using methylene blue 0.005% - Chimiolux 5, DMC - purified water and methylene blue.The red laser diode (λ = 660 nm) will be applied with an output power of 100mW . The laser head will be positioned in direct contact with the pseudo periodontal pocket.
Procedure: scaling and root planing (SRP) + PDT
patients will receive the same scaling and root planing treatment that placebo group.However the PDT will be done only on one side of mouth using methylene blue 0.005% .The red laser diode (λ = 660 nm) will be applied with an output power of 100mW . The laser head will be positioned in direct contact with the pseudo periodontal pockets.

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Gingival bleeding index
Time Frame: through study completion on average of one year
The periodontal probe will be inserted at all predetermined sites at the gingival margin of all teeth, 30 seconds will be waited and, at the smallest sign of bleeding, the presence or absence of bleeding will be noted. Gingival bleeding will be evaluated at 4 sites (mesiobuccal, distobuccal, mesiolingual, distolingual.The gingival Index will be presented in a percentage (%). The result will be based on the ratio of total sites to sites affected. Results will be considered indicative of gingivitis with ≥ 10% bleeding . It will be assessed at baseline and 30 days after treatment.
through study completion on average of one year

Secondary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Clinical probing depth (PD)
Time Frame: through study completion on average of one year

Will be done by a calibrated evaluator using a periodontal probe marked in millimeters (North Carolina University periodontal probe, UNC-15 (Hu-FriedyTM): all teeth (except third molars) will be evaluated at 4 sites (mesiobuccal, distobuccal, mesiolingual, distolingual) using the aforementioned parameters.

The Northe Carolina University periodontal probe will be insert in the gingival sulcus. Probing depths to be evaluated in millimeters (mm) from the base of the periodontal pocket to the free gingival margin. It will be assesed at baseline and 30 days after treatment.
through study completion on average of one year
Evaluation of crevicular fluid cytokines IL-6, IL-1β, and IL-10,
Time Frame: through study completion on average of one year
Evaluation of cytokines IL-6, IL-1β, , and IL-10, will be done via the ELISA. The paper cones will be inserted at regions with gingivitis and gingival hyperplasia (pseudo pocket) until resistance be felt. The cone will remain in this position for 30 seconds. If there is blood contamination a new cone will be used after 90 seconds. Eight cones must be collected, one for each site. The cones will be placed in a 1.5ml microcentrifuge tube and stored at -80 °C. It will be assesed at baseline and 30 days after treatment;
through study completion on average of one year

Other Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Visible plaque index (PI)
Time Frame: through study completion on average of one year

Will be visualy evalueted before of probing depht, using the following score of visible supragingival plaque:

Presence = 1 Absence = 0 It will be assessed at baseline and 30 days after treatment
through study completion on average of one year

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Sponsor

University of Nove de Julho

Investigators

  • Principal Investigator: Anna Carolina R Horliana, phd, Nove de Julho University

Publications and helpful links

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General Publications

Study record dates

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Study Major Dates

Study Start (Actual)

November 9, 2020

Primary Completion (Actual)

December 1, 2021

Study Completion (Actual)

March 15, 2022

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

July 24, 2019

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

July 27, 2019

First Posted (Actual)

July 30, 2019

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Actual)

October 11, 2023

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

October 8, 2023

Last Verified

January 1, 2020

More Information

Terms related to this study

Additional Relevant MeSH Terms

Other Study ID Numbers

  • PDT

Plan for Individual participant data (IPD)

Plan to Share Individual Participant Data (IPD)?

NO

Drug and device information, study documents

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated drug product

No

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated device product

No

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