Which root canal device kills more bacteria? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT06569329
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Sep 11, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests three different devices used during root canal treatment to see which one removes the most bacteria from infected teeth. Ninety adults with dead nerves in their premolars will be randomly assigned to one of the three methods. Researchers will measure bacterial levels at several points during the procedure to compare effectiveness.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could identify the most effective device for cleaning infected root canals, potentially improving dental treatment outcomes.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study (90 participants) measuring bacterial counts, not long-term healing. Results may not apply to all tooth types or guarantee better patient outcomes.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 90 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Aug 2024
- Expected to finish
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Aug 2028
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 to 95 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of pulp necrosis with apical periodontitis (AP) confirmed by pulp tests, clinical and radiographic evidence. * Tooth with no response to cold and electric pulp testing (done at screening). * Single canalled premolars with intact pulp chamber walls. * Patient must be 18 years of age or older Exclusion Criteria: * Teeth with vital pulp. * Teeth with incomplete root formation (immature with apical periodontitis). * Teeth with extensive crown destruction. * Teeth with previous endodontic treatment or intervention (pulp debridement). * Teeth with acute/ chronic apical abscess. * Teeth with internal or external resorption. * Teeth with non-odontogenic facial pain. * Teeth with periodontal pockets deeper than 4 mm. * Teeth with advanced untreated periodontal disease or recent periodontal surgery. * Teeth with mobility score greater than 2. * Teeth with a fracture or visible crack. * Patients with diabetes or immune compromised conditions. * Patients who received systemic antibiotics within the last 3 months. * Patients taking corticosteroids. * Patients who are pregnant.
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Conditions
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The places running it
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics
RECRUITINGIowa City, Iowa, 52242, United States
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