Effect of BG Versus RI on the Depth of WSL

Trial statusNot yet recruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age15-35
SponsorRiphah International University

About this trial

The aim of this in vitro study is to assess the mean lesion depth improvement and hardness of artificial white spot lesions by comparing the effects of bioactive glass toothpaste and resin infiltration (ICON).

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Upper and lower premolars will be collected from patients undergoing extractions.

The teeth should be healthy with no carious lesions.

The crown and root morphology of teeth should be normal.

The extracted premolar teeth of patients should have no history of previous dental treatment.

Disqualifiers

• Fractured premolars due to any cause.

Loss of enamel due to parafunctional habits.

Presence of enamel anomalies (amelogenesis imperfecta, hypoplasia etc.).

Presence of stains, demineralization, decay, fluorosis and restorations

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Bioactive Glass (NovaMin)
  • Resin Infiltration (ICON)
  • Fluoride Toothpaste

Treatment groups

90 Participants
are divided into 3 treatment groups