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Examination of the Effect of Nd:YAG Laser on Oxidative Stress and Matrix Metalloproteinase-9 in Teeth With Apical Periodontitis

NCT07243353 · Status: COMPLETED · Type: OBSERVATIONAL · Enrollment: 58

Last updated 2025-12-15

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Summary

The objective of this clinical investigation is to examine the impact of Nd:YAG laser therapy on oxidative stress and matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP-9) levels in teeth afflicted with apical periodontitis. Samples were collected from patients who had undergone treatment with the Nd:YAG laser and compared with samples collected from patients who had not received this treatment. The study commenced with a sample of 60 patients. However, the study was completed with 58 patients. The study concluded with the following finding: the use of Nd:YAG lasers was not found to be superior.

Conditions

  • Apical Periodontitis
  • Oxidative Stress

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Kırıkkale University

    lead OTHER

Eligibility

Min Age
25 Years
Max Age
50 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2024-02-01
Primary Completion
2024-11-01
Completion
2024-11-08

Countries

  • Turkey (Türkiye)

Study Locations

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