Completed
OBSERVATIONAL
NCT01882270
Third Molar Clinical Trials: Pericoronitis Studies
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Updated Dec 15, 2025
Brief Summary
The purpose of this research study is to find out if the infection around 3rd molars and the resulting inflammation around the gum also produces a general systemic inflammation.
Detailed Description
Relate signs and symptoms of mild pericoronitis, an oral clinical condition characterized by intense inflammation and pain around a lower 3rd molar, to indicators of oral and systemic inflammation in patients seeking treatment for the condition.
Primary Outcomes
Measure:
Quality of Life
TimeFrame:
one year
Description:
HRQOL data each day for seven days: Subject diary Pain 7pt Likert scale for worst/average pain in past 24h Gracely Scales for current sensory perception/affect Lifestyle, oral function, other symptoms 5pt Likert type scale Global QOL OHIP 14
Trial Information
NCT ID
NCT01882270
Status
Completed
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Sponsor
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
Last Updated
December 15, 2025