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New spinning tool may beat manual cleaning for kids' tooth infections

NCT ID NCT07472751

Disease control Sponsor: Cairo University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a single rotary file system removes more bacteria from infected baby molars than traditional manual files. Thirty-four children aged 4 to 6 with irreversible pulpitis will have their root canals cleaned using one of the two methods. The main goal is to measure bacterial reduction before and after cleaning, with secondary checks on pain and child behavior.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Rotary file system (AF F One) and manual K-files
What this could lead to
If the rotary file works better, it could make root canal treatment for children faster and more effective at removing bacteria.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early study with only 34 children, so results may not apply to everyone. The rotary file might not reduce bacteria more than manual files, and pain or behavior issues could affect outcomes.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 34 people

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Expected to start

Apr 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Oct 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

4 to 6 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Children age 4 to 6 years * Medically free children * Cooperative children * Restorable mandibular second primary molars with signs or symptoms of irreversible pulpitis * No internal root resorption on radiograph * No external root resorption on radiograph * No periapical radiolucency * No inter-radicular radiolucency Exclusion Criteria: * Uncooperative children * Children with systemic disease * Children with physical disability * Children with mental disability * Refusal to participate * Inability to attend follow-up visits * Refusal to sign consent form * Previously accessed teeth * Mobile mandibular primary molars * Pain on percussion * Swelling on palpation or in the vestibule

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

pulpitis

As listed by the trial registrant

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Irreversible pulpitis

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Faculty of dentistry, Cairo university

    Cairo, Egypt, 11411, Egypt

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